Myrsine coriacea subsp. coriacea
Myrsine coriacea subsp. coriacea, commonly known as "canela-de-santa-luzia" in Brazil, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to South American forests. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses significant bioactive properties, offering potential therapeutic applications for its antioxidant and antimicrobial qualities within various natural healing practices and pharmacological studies.
- Scientific name: Myrsine coriacea subsp. coriacea
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Primulaceae and the genus Myrsine. Specifically, this taxon is identified as the subspecies coriacea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Myrsine | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions within Mexico. Its geographical range extends through the diverse landscapes of Mexico Central and Mexico Northeast. Additionally, the species can be found inhabiting territories in Mexico Gulf. The distribution continues further into the western portions of the country, specifically within Mexico Northwest. Finally, the plant is also recorded throughout the regions of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |