Piper coruscans
Piper coruscans, commonly known as the shimmering pepper, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and skin ailments. Its unique aromatic properties make it a valuable botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Piper coruscans
- Family: Piperaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Piperales and sits in the family Piperaceae. It is further categorized under the genus Piper as the species Piper coruscans.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Piperales | WCVP |
| Family | Piperaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Piper | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Piper coruscans, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Coruscating Pepper, while in Spanish, it is commonly called Pimienta de monte. Within the Portuguese-speaking regions, it is known as Pimenta-de-monte, and in the local context of certain indigenous or regional dialects, it may also be identified as Pimenta-coruscans.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of South America. In Northern South America, it can be found throughout French Guiana, Guyana, and Venezuela. Its range also extends into Western South America, specifically within the borders of Colombia. Additionally, the species is documented as growing in the country of Bolivia. These varied locations highlight its presence across both the northern and western regions of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Piper coruscans has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aurentiacin, cardamonin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aurentiacin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardamonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Piper coruscans has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Piper coruscans has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |