Palicourea nemorosa
Palicourea nemorosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Palicourea nemorosa, scientifically known as Palicourea nemorosa, is a significant medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammatory conditions and reproductive health issues. Modern research continues to explore its bioactive compounds for therapeutic potential.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Uragoga Nemorosa · Psychotria Umbelluligera · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Palicourea nemorosaSynonyms
- Uragoga nemorosa
- Psychotria umbelluligera
- Mapouria umbelluligera var. brevipes
- Uragoga umbelluligera
- Psychotria pubigera
- Uragoga pubigera
- Psychotria nemorosa
- Psychotria hoehnei
- Mapouria umbelluligera
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Palicourea nemorosa, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, following the order Gentianaales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rubiaceae within the genus Palicourea.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Palicourea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within the country of Brazil. Its presence is documented throughout the Brazil West-Central territory, where it plays a role in the local ecosystem. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the Brazil Northeast region. The geographical range also encompasses the Brazil Southeast, highlighting its adaptability to diverse environments. Finally, the distribution reaches down into the Brazil South area, completing its widespread coverage of the nation.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast |
| Brazil | Brazil South |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Palicourea nemorosa has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (S)-Gentianol, Bufotenine, Cimitrypazepine, Fargesine, serotonin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (S)-Gentianol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bufotenine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cimitrypazepine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fargesine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| serotonin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(S)-Gentianol
- Journal of natural products
Bufotenine
- Journal of natural products
Cimitrypazepine
- Journal of natural products
Fargesine
- Journal of natural products
serotonin
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Palicourea nemorosa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include alkaloid extract of the aerial parts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Alkaloid extract of the aerial parts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Alkaloid extract of the aerial parts
- Journal of natural products