Myroxylon peruiferum
Myroxylon peruiferum, commonly known as the Peruvian Myroxylon, is a significant medicinal plant native to South American rainforests. Renowned for its aromatic resins, it possesses potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally used to treat skin ailments and respiratory issues, this botanical treasure remains vital in modern natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Myroxylon peruiferum
- Family: Fabaceae
- 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. It falls under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Myroxylon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Myroxylon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats throughout the southern portions of North America and Central America. Within Mexico, its presence is widely recorded across the Central, Southwest, and Southeast regions. Moving southward, the species extends its range into the Central American isthmus. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territory of El Salvador. Additionally, the distribution continues further south into the country of Costa Rica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Myroxylon peruiferum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cabreuvin, caryophyllene oxide, safrole, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cabreuvin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| safrole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Myroxylon peruiferum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Helicobacter pylori, Ralstonia solanacearum, candidiasis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Helicobacter pylori | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ralstonia solanacearum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| candidiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |