Montanoa frutescens
Montanoa frutescens, commonly known as "Manzanilla de la Reina," is a medicinal shrub native to Central and South America. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally used to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments. This potent plant remains a cornerstone of folk medicine in many indigenous cultures.
- Scientific name: Montanoa frutescens
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. As a member of the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae, it is formally categorized under the genus Montanoa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Montanoa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Montanoa frutescens, is recognized by various names depending on the linguistic context. In Japanese, it is referred to as モンタノア・フルテシェンズ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | モンタノア・フルテシェンズ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Montanoa frutescens, exhibits a wide-ranging distribution throughout various regions of Mexico. It can be found growing across the central landscapes of Mexico Central. Furthermore, its presence extends into the territories of Mexico Northeast. The species also inhabits the diverse environments located in Mexico Southwest. Finally, its geographical reach includes the tropical and subtropical areas of Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Montanoa frutescens, utilizes its various components for medicinal purposes, specifically through the use of its leaves. The fresh leaves are often harvested for their bioactive properties, while the dry leaves are frequently employed in traditional preparations to ensure stability and ease of use in decoctions or infusions.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dry leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Montanoa frutescens has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Kauradienoic acid, Kaurenoic acid, Montanol, Zoapatanol, kaurenoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Kauradienoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaurenoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Montanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Zoapatanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaurenoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Montanoa frutescens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Uteroactive.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Uteroactive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Montanoa frutescens has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiety disorders, mood disorders.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiety disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mood disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |