Piper jacquemontianum
Piper jacquemontium, commonly known as a member of the Piperaceae family, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, offering significant potential in pharmacological research for treating various ailments and promoting holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Piper jacquemontianum
- Family: Piperaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Piperales and the family Piperaceae. Finally, it is classified under 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 jacquemontianum, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic landscape. In English, it is commonly referred to as the pepper vine, while in Spanish, it is known as pimienta de monte. In Portuguese, the plant is called pimenta-de-monte, and in French, it is identified as poivre de monte.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across various regions within Mexico. Its distribution includes the central part of the country and extends along the Gulf coast. Additionally, it can be found throughout the southwestern territories of Mexico. The species also inhabits the southeastern portions of the nation. Finally, its geographical range stretches into Central America, specifically within Belize.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Piper jacquemontium, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which include the stems and leaves, contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. By harvesting these aerial parts, practitioners are able to extract the essential medicinal properties required for various healing practices.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Piper jacquemontianum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,2-dimethyl-6-carboxychroman-4-one, 2,2-dimethyl-6-carboxymethoxychroman-4-one, cardamomin, jaqueflavanone A, pinocembrin.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,2-dimethyl-6-carboxychroman-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,2-dimethyl-6-carboxymethoxychroman-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardamomin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jaqueflavanone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pinocembrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Piper jacquemontianum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Chagas disease.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chagas disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |