Ophryosporus axilliflorus
Ophryosporus axilliflorus, commonly known as a medicinal shrub, is a unique plant species valued for its diverse therapeutic potential. Often found in specific ecological niches, it contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Understanding its chemical properties is essential for developing modern pharmacological treatments and preserving botanical biodiversity.
- Scientific name: Ophryosporus axilliflorus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is specifically identified by the genus Ophryosporus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ophryosporus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ophryosporus axilliflorus, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the axillary-flowered ophryosporus, while in Spanish, it is known as ophryosporus axilliflorus. In Portuguese, the plant is called ophryosporus axilliflorus, and in Latin, its botanical designation remains ophryosporus axilliflorus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the South American continent. In Western South America, it can be found growing within the borders of Bolivia. Its presence extends significantly into Southern South America as well. Specifically, it inhabits the northeastern regions of Argentina. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the northwestern parts of Argentina.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ophryosporus axilliflorus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include tremetone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tremetone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ophryosporus axilliflorus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |