Plectocephalus chilensis
Plectocephalus chilensis, commonly known as a medicinal shrub native to Chile, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Valued in traditional healing practices, this plant is frequently utilized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Understanding its chemical composition and biological activities is essential for exploring its potential roles in modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Plectocephalus chilensis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is specifically identified by the genus Plectocephalus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Plectocephalus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Plectocephalus chilensis, is known by several different common names depending on the local language and region. In Spanish, it is frequently referred to as mático, while in Mapudungun, it is known as kura mático.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to the regions of Southern South America. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated within the country of Chile. Specifically, it can be found spanning across Chile Central. Additionally, its presence extends further into Chile North. These two distinct areas define the natural habitat of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile North | WCVP |
Activities
Plectocephalus chilensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |