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cotztomatl

Physalis coztomatl · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Cotztomatl, scientifically known as Physalis coztomatl, is a traditional medicinal plant valued in Mesoamerican herbalism. Often related to the tomatillo, this species is recognized for its unique botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential. It is frequently utilized in folk medicine to address various ailments, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical importance.

Family
Solanaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Cotztomatl
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Physalis coztomatl

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Coztomatl
  • Guajitomate
  • Jitomate
  • Tomatillo
  • Coztomate
  • Tomate amarillo

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Solanales and the family Solanaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Physalis, which defines its specific taxonomic placement.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Solanales
Family Solanaceae
Genus Physalis

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide-ranging presence across the diverse landscapes of Mexico. It can be found growing throughout the central regions of the country. Its distribution extends into the northeastern territories, covering significant land areas. Additionally, the species is prevalent across the Gulf regions and throughout the southwest. Finally, its geographical reach completes its coverage by appearing in the southeast of Mexico.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest
Mexico Mexico Southeast

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Physalis coztomatl has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 15-Dehydrophysacoztomatin, PHYSACOZTOMATIN, labd-13(e)-ene-8alpha,15-diol.

Chemicals reported in Physalis coztomatl
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
15-Dehydrophysacoztomatin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
PHYSACOZTOMATIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
labd-13(e)-ene-8alpha,15-diol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

15-Dehydrophysacoztomatin

  1. Journal of natural products

PHYSACOZTOMATIN

  1. Journal of natural products

labd-13(e)-ene-8alpha,15-diol

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Physalis coztomatl has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Aerial parts.

Preparations reported for Physalis coztomatl
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Aerial parts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aerial parts

  1. Journal of natural products