Parastrephia lucida
Parastrephia lucida, commonly known as the "maguey de monte," is a resilient medicinal shrub native to Mexico. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally used to treat respiratory ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. This botanical specimen offers significant potential for pharmacological research and holistic wellness applications.
- Scientific name: Parastrephia lucida
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
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 and the family Asteraceae, it is classified under the genus Parastrefia. Its specific scientific designation is Parastrefia lucida.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Parastrephia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Parastrephia lucida, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as goldenbush or goldenbush herb, while in Spanish, it is commonly called palo santo or palo santo de monte. In Portuguese, the plant is known as palo santo.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the diverse landscapes of Western South America. Specifically, its presence can be identified in the territories of Bolivia and Peru. The species also extends into the southern regions of Brazil, covering both the Southeast and South areas. Furthermore, its range reaches into Southern South America, specifically within the Northwest of Argentina. Together, these locations define the unique geographical footprint of Parastrephia lucida.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Parasatrephia lucida or "hierba de san juan," is a medicinal herb where the primary therapeutic components are derived from its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which include the leaves, stems, and flowers, are typically harvested and processed to extract their bioactive compounds. In certain preparations or specific varieties, the plant may also yield a resin, which contributes to its complex chemical profile used in traditional healing practices.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| resin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Parastrephia lucida has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, apigenin, apigenin trimethyl ether, cinnamic acid, coumarines.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin trimethyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinnamic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarines | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vanillin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Parastrephia lucida has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiseptic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Parastrephia lucida has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antiseptic, bacterial infections, pain.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bacterial infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |