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Peperomia heyneana

Peperomia heyneana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Peperomia heyneana, scientifically known as Peperomia heyneana, is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional healing practices. Often found in tropical regions, this plant possesses unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Its therapeutic potential continues to intrigue researchers exploring natural remedies for promoting holistic health and wellness.

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Native range
Asia-Temperate
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Peperomia heyneana

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In China, it can be found growing in the South-Central and Southeast provinces, as well as within the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically documented in the region of Assam. Additionally, the species is known to inhabit parts of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environments where this medicinal plant thrives.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China Southeast
China Tibet
Indian Subcontinent Assam
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya
Indian Subcontinent India
Indian Subcontinent Nepal
Indian Subcontinent Sri Lanka
Indo-China Myanmar

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Peperomia heyneana has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-hydroxy-2-[(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)tridecanoyl]cyclohexane-1,3-dione, COMPOUND 6, Compound 3, Dibenzylbutyrolactone, Lignans.

Chemicals reported in Peperomia heyneana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
4-hydroxy-2-[(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)tridecanoyl]cyclohexane-1,3-dione 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
COMPOUND 6 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Compound 3 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Dibenzylbutyrolactone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Lignans 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
OLEIFERINONE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
SURINONE A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
sinugibberodiol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

4-hydroxy-2-[(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)tridecanoyl]cyclohexane-1,3-dione

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COMPOUND 6

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Compound 3

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Dibenzylbutyrolactone

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Lignans

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OLEIFERINONE

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SURINONE A

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sinugibberodiol

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Preparations

Peperomia heyneana has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethyl acetate extract of the whole plants, whole plants.

Preparations reported for Peperomia heyneana
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethyl acetate extract of the whole plants 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Whole plants 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethyl acetate extract of the whole plants

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Whole plants

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