Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus, commonly known as Cravo-do-mato, is a potent medicinal shrub native to Brazil. Renowned for its aromatic leaves, it contains essential oils with significant antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally used in folk medicine to treat respiratory issues and skin ailments, it remains a vital subject of pharmacological study.
- Scientific name: Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Myrtales, it is classified under the family Myrtaceae and is specifically identified by the genus Pimenta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pimenta | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus, is known by several common names depending on the region and language, such as 大叶多香果 in Chinese (zh), 大叶多香果 in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn), and 大葉多香果 in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 大叶多香果 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 大叶多香果 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 大葉多香果 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions of Western South America, most notably within Bolivia. In Brazil, its presence is extensive, spanning multiple distinct geographical zones. It can be found throughout the West-Central region of the country. Additionally, its range extends into the Northeast and Southeast territories of Brazil. Finally, the species is also documented residing in the southern parts of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus, is highly valued for its therapeutic properties, which are primarily derived from its chemical constituents. The most significant part used for medicinal purposes is the leaf, which serves as the primary source of the plant's bioactive compounds. Through various extraction processes, the essential oil is obtained from these leaves, providing a concentrated essence that is utilized in aromatherapy and traditional remedies due to its potent aromatic and antimicrobial qualities.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-methyl isoeugenol, eugenol, oleanolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-methyl isoeugenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eugenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic, Tranquilizer.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tranquilizer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include aphrodisiac, diuretic.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aphrodisiac | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |