Packera candidissima
Packera candidissima · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Packera candidissima, scientifically known as Packera candidissima, is a perennial herb native to various temperate regions. Renowned for its bright yellow composite flowers and distinctive foliage, this plant holds significant interest in ethnobotany. It is often studied for its unique chemical properties and potential medicinal applications in traditional healing.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Senecio Candidissimus
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Té milagro
- hierba del fuego
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Packera candidissimaSynonyms
- Senecio candidissimus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Packera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Packera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of Mexico. Its presence is noted across the northeastern regions of the country. Additionally, the species extends its range into the northwestern territories of Mexico. These specific geographical distributions highlight its adaptation to different Mexican environments. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated in these two distinct parts of the nation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Packera candidissima has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Epineoadenostylone, Integerrimine, RETRORSINE, SENECIONINE, Senkirkine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Epineoadenostylone | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Integerrimine | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RETRORSINE | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SENECIONINE | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Senkirkine | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Usaramine | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neoadenostylone | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |