Phyllanthus acuminatus
Phyllanthus acuminatus, commonly known as a medicinal shrub in various tropical regions, is valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and skin ailments, this plant offers significant bioactive compounds. Exploring its botanical characteristics reveals its profound potential in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus acuminatus
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Phyllanthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phyllanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by several different names depending on the region and taxonomic classification used. In Spanish, it is commonly referred to as Grosella de Jamaica or Jobillo. Additionally, it has been identified in botanical literature under various names such as Diasperus acuminatus, Phyllanthus lycioides, and Phyllanthus mucronatus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| es | Grosella de Jamaica | Wikidata |
| es | Jobillo | Wikidata |
| es | Diasperus acuminatus | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus lycioides | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus mucronatus | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus ruscoides | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus averrhoifolius | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus cumanensis | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus foetidus | Wikidata |
| es | Phyllanthus sessei | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad and diverse distribution across the various regions of Mexico. It can be found growing throughout the Northeast part of the country. Additionally, its presence is noted within the Mexico Gulf region. The species also extends into the Northwest and Southwest areas of the nation. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant is completed by its occurrence in Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Activities
Phyllanthus acuminatus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |