Myrtillocactus geometrizans
Myrthillocactus geometrizans, commonly known as the Golden Barrel Cactus, is a resilient succulent valued in traditional ethnobotany. Characterized by its spherical shape and striking yellow spines, this plant is studied for its unique bioactive compounds, offering potential therapeutic benefits in treating various ailments through its specialized medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Myrtillocactus geometrizans
- Family: Cactaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Caryophyllales and the family Cactaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Myrtillocactus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Cactaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Myrtillocactus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Myrcollocactus geometrizans, exhibits a fascinating and wide-ranging geographical distribution. Within the country of Mexico, it can be found across several diverse regions including Mexico Central, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Gulf, and Mexico Northwest. Beyond the borders of North America, its presence extends remarkably far into Southwestern Europe. Specifically, it has been identified as growing within the territory of Spain. This extensive range demonstrates the species' ability to adapt to varied environmental conditions across different continents.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Myrtillocactus geometrizans has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chichipegenin, macdougallin, peniocerol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chichipegenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| macdougallin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peniocerol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |