devil's elder
Raukaua laetevirens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Devil's elder, scientifically known as Raukaua laetevirins, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its potent healing properties. Found in dense tropical regions, this species is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammation and skin infections. Its unique chemical profile makes it a subject of significant botanical interest.
- Family
- Araliaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Devil'S Elder
- Scientific synonyms
- Cheirodendron Laetevirens · Pseudopanax Laetevirens · 5 more
Names
Common Names
- devil's elder
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- sauco del diablo
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Raukaua laetevirensSynonyms
- Cheirodendron laetevirens
- Pseudopanax laetevirens
- Pseudopanax racemifer
- Neopanax laetevirens
- Sciodaphyllum racemiferum
- Aralia laetevirens
- Aralia paniculata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized under the order Apiales and the family Araliaceae. Within this framework, the medicinal species is identified by the genus Raukaua and the specific epithet laetevirens.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Araliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Raukaua | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range across the southern reaches of South America. Its presence is documented within the southern regions of Argentina. Furthermore, the species can be found throughout central Chile. It also extends its reach into the southern parts of Chile. Collectively, these areas define its primary geographical distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Raukaoia laetevirens, utilizes its leaf as a primary component in its medicinal application. The leaf structure serves not only as the main site for photosynthesis but also as the vessel for storing the specific bioactive compounds required for its therapeutic properties. When prepared for medicinal use, it is often the leaf that is harvested to extract the essential elements needed for treatment.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Raukaua laetevirens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include RUTIN.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| RUTIN | Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethanolic leaf extracts | Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |