Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllus
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Pimienta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllus, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to Brazil. Renowned for its aromatic leaves, it contains essential oils with potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally used in folk medicine, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential for treating respiratory issues and skin infections.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Flower
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllusDistribution
This plant is primarily found within specific regions of Brazil. Its natural occurrence is concentrated in the Southeast portion of the country. Additionally, it can be located throughout the Southern part of Brazil. This distribution pattern indicates a preference for these particular climatic zones. Consequently, its geographical range is limited to these two major Brazilian regions.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast |
| Brazil | Brazil South |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include flower.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flower | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flower
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Preparations
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus var. pseudocaryophyllus has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include water extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Water extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Water extracts
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials