Paepalanthus planifolius
Paepalanthus planifolius, commonly known as the "leafy plant" in certain regional folklores, is a versatile medicinal herb valued for its therapeutic properties. Widely utilized in traditional healing practices, it is primarily recognized for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities, offering natural support for various ailments and overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Paepalanthus planifolius
- Family: Eriocaulaceae
- 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 categorized under the order Poales. Finally, it is classified under the family Eriocaulaceae and the genus Paepalanthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Eriocaulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Paepalanthus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Paepaulantus planifolius, exhibits a specific distribution across several key regions of Brazil. It is primarily documented within the West-Central region of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the Southeast portion of Brazil. The species can also be found growing in the Southern territory. Consequently, its natural habitat is concentrated within these distinct Brazilian zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Chemicals
Paepalanthus planifolius has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |