Psacalium radulifolium
Psacalium radulifolium, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to address various ailments. Understanding its therapeutic properties and ecological importance is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Psacalium radulifolium
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Psacalium and the species name radulifolium.
| 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, known scientifically as Psacalium radulifolium, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly known as the narrow-leaved psacalium, while in Spanish, it is frequently called psacalium de hojas estrechas. In Portuguese, the plant is identified as psacalium de folhas estreitas, and in French, it is referred to as le psacalium à feuilles étroites.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging presence across several distinct regions of Mexico. Specifically, its habitat extends throughout the Northeast portion of the country. It is also found growing within the Northwest territories of Mexico. Furthermore, the species can be located across the Southwest regions as well. This distribution patterns show that the plant occupies diverse ecological zones across the nation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Psacalium radulifolium, utilizes its various anatomical structures to sustain its growth and medicinal properties, with a particular focus on its roots. The roots serve as a vital foundation, anchoring the plant firmly into the substrate while facilitating the absorption of water and essential nutrients from the soil. In the context of its medicinal application, these subterranean parts are often of significant interest, as they act as storage organs for the specialized compounds that characterize the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Psacalium radulifolium has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include adenostin A, cacalol, cacalone, decompostin, epi-radulifolin A.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| adenostin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cacalol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cacalone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| decompostin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epi-radulifolin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neoadenostylone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radulifolin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radulifolin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radulifolin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |