Pilocarpus microphyllus
Pilocarpus microphyllus, commonly known as a species of pilocarpine-producing shrub, is a significant medicinal plant native to South America. Renowned for its alkaloid content, it is primarily utilized in pharmacology to treat glaucoma and stimulate saliva production, playing a vital role in modern treatments for various physiological conditions.
- Scientific name: Pilocarpus microphyllus
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Pilocarpus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pilocarpus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pilocarpus microphyllus, is recognized by various names depending on the language and region. In Arabic, it is referred to as جبورندي صغير الأوراق or جذور نبات البيلوقربوس, while in Portuguese, it is commonly known as Jaborandi (botânica) or simply Jaborandi.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | جبورندي صغير الأوراق | Wikidata |
| pt | Jaborandi (botânica) | Wikidata |
| pt | Jaborandi | Wikidata |
| ar | جذور نبات البيلوقربوس | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution centered within the borders of Brazil. It can be found growing across the expansive territories of the Brazil North region. Additionally, its presence extends into the diverse landscapes of the Brazil Northeast. These two distinct areas represent the primary habitats where the species occurs naturally. Consequently, the plant is characteristic of these specific Brazilian biomes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pilocarpus microphyllus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include pilocarpine, trans-caryophyllene.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pilocarpine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trans-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pilocarpus microphyllus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pilocarpus microphyllus has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Cryptococcus neoformans, glaucoma, xerostomia.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cryptococcus neoformans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glaucoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| xerostomia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |