Salmea scandens
Salmea scandens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Salmea scandens, scientifically known as Salmea scandens, is a remarkable climbing medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, this vigorous vine offers diverse therapeutic potential. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal properties is essential for exploring its role in natural pharmacology and holistic wellness.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Salmea Oppositiceps · Salmea Parviceps · 26 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- hierba de la muela
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Salmea scandensSynonyms
- Salmea oppositiceps
- Salmea parviceps
- Salmea pubescens
- Salmea salicifolia
- Salmea scandens subsp. paraguariensis
- Salmea scandens var. amellus
- Salmea scandens var. obtusata
- Salmea scandens var. pubescens
- Salmea tomentosa
- Salmeopsis claussenii
- Santolina amellus
- Spilanthes nitida
- Spilanthes volubilis
- Verbesina scandens
- Salmea sessilifolia
- Calea amellus
- Ceratocephalus nitidus
- Eupatorium houstonis
- Fornicaria scandens
- Hopkirkia eupatoria
- Hopkirkia scandens
- Isocarpha amellus
- Melanthera amellus
- Salmea eupatoria
- Salmea eupatoria var. intermedia
- Salmea grandiceps
- Salmea nitida
- Bidens scandens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is identified by the genus Salmea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Salmea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across various regions of Mexico. It can be found growing throughout the central part of the country in Mexico Central. Its presence extends to the northeastern territories within Mexico Northeast. Additionally, the species is located along the coastal areas of Mexico Gulf. Finally, it inhabits the diverse landscapes of both Mexico Southwest and Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Salmea scandens, possesses distinct morphological features that are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The leaves are a primary component, typically characterized by their specific shape and arrangement along the climbing stem, serving as key identifiers for the species. Additionally, the bark of the plant is another significant part, often harvested for its unique chemical properties and therapeutic potential in various folk remedies.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Salmea scandens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |