Psacalium peltatum
Caxanes
Psacalium peltatum, commonly known as the shield-leafed climber, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, it is often utilized to treat inflammation and skin ailments. Understanding its botanical properties offers promising insights into developing new natural therapies for modern wellness.
- Scientific name: Psacalium peltatum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is categorized under the 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, scientifically known as Psacalium peltatum, is known by the common name en: Caxanes.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Caxanes | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions within the country of Mexico. Its distribution begins in the central part of the nation, specifically covering Mexico Central. Furthermore, the species can be found extending into the diverse landscapes of Mexico Northeast. The geographical range also encompasses the coastal and inland areas of Mexico Gulf. Finally, the plant is documented throughout the expansive territories of both Mexico Northwest and Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Psacalium peltatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include sugars.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sugars | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Psacalium peltatum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diabetes mellitus, hyperglycemia.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diabetes mellitus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperglycemia | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |