Piper glabratum
Piper glabratum, commonly known as a member of the diverse Piperaceae family, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Rich in bioactive alkaloids and essential oils, it offers potent therapeutic potential. Researchers increasingly study its phytochemical properties to explore new applications in pharmacology and natural wellness treatments.
- Scientific name: Piper glabratum
- Family: Piperaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Piperales and the family Piperaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Piper.
| 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, Piper glabratum, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the glabrous pepper, while in Spanish, it is commonly called pimienta de monte. In Portuguese, the species is known as pimenta-de-monte.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is found across several distinct regions of Western South America, including Ecuador and Peru. Its distribution extends significantly into Brazil, where it occupies various ecological zones. Specifically, it can be located within the West-Central region of Brazil. Furthermore, the species is present in the Northeast part of the country. Finally, its range reaches into the Southeast region of Brazil as well.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Chemicals
Piper glabratum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include methyl 3,4-dihydroxy-5-(3'-methyl-2'-butenyl)benzoate.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| methyl 3,4-dihydroxy-5-(3'-methyl-2'-butenyl)benzoate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Piper glabratum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Teratogenic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Teratogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Piper glabratum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum, inflammation, pain.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |