Pimenta racemosa var. ozua
Pimenta racemosa var. ozua, commonly known as a specialized variety of the wild allspice, is a potent medicinal plant prized for its aromatic properties. Rich in essential oils, it offers significant therapeutic benefits, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, making it a valuable resource in traditional healing practices globally.
- Scientific name: Pimenta racemosa var. ozua
- 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. It is classified within the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within 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 racemosa var. ozua, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as West Indian allspice, while in Spanish, it is known as pimienta de Jamaica. In Portuguese, the plant is called pimenta-da-jamaica.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Pimenta racemosa var. ozua, possesses a specific and localized geographical distribution within the Caribbean region. It is primarily found inhabiting the natural landscapes of the Dominican Republic. Additionally, this particular variety extends its presence into the territory of Haiti. These two island nations represent the known range for this medicinal species. Consequently, its habitat is closely tied to the unique ecosystems of these specific Caribbean islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pimenta racemosa var. ozua, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its medicinal application. These leaves are often harvested and processed to extract essential oils or prepared as infusions, contributing to the plant's overall therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pimenta racemosa var. ozua has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lupeol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |