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Purshia mexicana

Purshia mexicana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Purshia mexicana, scientifically known as Purshia mexicana, is a resilient medicinal herb valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this plant is recognized for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Understanding its botanical characteristics is essential for exploring its significant role in natural pharmacology.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Cowania Mexicana · Greggia Purpurea · 3 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Purshia mexicana

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified under the genus Purshia. Specifically, Purshia mexicana represents a unique medicinal species within this taxonomic hierarchy.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Rosales WCVP
Family Rosaceae WCVP
Genus Purshia WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide range of presence across several key regions within Mexico. Specifically, its habitat extends into the Northeast portion of the country. It is also found throughout the Northwest territories of the nation. Furthermore, the species is distributed across the Southwest region as well. Together, these areas define the primary geographical footprint of Purshia mexicana.

Region Area Source
Mexico Mexico Northeast WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP
Mexico Mexico Southwest WCVP

Chemicals

Purshia mexicana has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 15-Oxo-23,24-dihydrocucurbitacin F, 23,24-Dihydrocucurbitacin F, Cucurbitacin F, Lithospermoside, Stenophyllanin A.

Chemicals reported in Purshia mexicana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
15-Oxo-23,24-dihydrocucurbitacin F 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
23,24-Dihydrocucurbitacin F 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cucurbitacin F 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Lithospermoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Stenophyllanin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

15-Oxo-23,24-dihydrocucurbitacin F

  1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin

23,24-Dihydrocucurbitacin F

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Cucurbitacin F

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Lithospermoside

  1. Cancer letters

Stenophyllanin A

  1. Cancer letters