Psacalium decompositum
Psacalium decompositum, commonly known as the Golden Weaver, is a rare medicinal plant prized in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory properties, it is frequently utilized to soothe respiratory ailments and promote skin healing. Its unique bioactive compounds offer significant therapeutic potential for modern pharmacological research and wellness.
- Scientific name: Psacalium decompositum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern 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 categorized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Psacalium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Psacalium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Psacalium decompositum, is known by various regional names across different linguistic landscapes. In English, it is commonly referred to as the decomposer's scale, while in Spanish, it is known as escama del descomponedor. In French, the species is called écaille du décomposeur, and in Portuguese, it is termed escama do decompositor.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily found within specific regions of North America. In the Southwestern United States, its presence is noted in the state of Arizona. Moving toward the South-Central United States, the species can also be located in New Mexico. The distribution extends significantly into Mexico, particularly throughout the northeastern parts of the country. Additionally, the plant is widely distributed across the northwestern regions of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Psacalium decompositum, utilizes various underground structures for its survival and medicinal properties. The extensive network of its roots provides essential stability and nutrient absorption from the soil. Within this system, a single primary root can often be identified as the main anchor for the organism. Furthermore, the presence of a specialized rhizome allows the plant to store energy and spread horizontally through the substrate, ensuring its continued growth and propagation.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Psacalium decompositum has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cacalol, cacalone, 3-hydroxycacalolide, Cacalol, Cacalol Acetate.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cacalol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cacalone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-hydroxycacalolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cacalol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cacalol Acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cacalol acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epi-3-hydroxycacalolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fructooligosaccharides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sugars | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Psacalium decompositum has 4 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Hypoglycemic, Antioxidant, Hypolipidemic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Psacalium decompositum has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic, diabetes mellitus, Diabetes Mellitus, Trichinella spiralis, blood glucose.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetes mellitus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diabetes Mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trichinella spiralis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood glucose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic effect | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |