Scaphyglottis livida
Scaphyglottis livida, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in regional ethnobotany, holds immense therapeutic potential. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this species is frequently utilized in traditional healing practices to treat various ailments. Understanding its chemical properties is essential for advancing modern pharmacological research and natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Scaphyglottis livida
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it is further nested within the orchid family, Orchidaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Scaphyglottis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scaphyglottis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Scaphyglottis livida, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is referred to as the Livid Scaphyglottis, while in French, it is known as Scaphyglotis livide. In Spanish, the plant is called Scaphyglotis lívida, and in Portuguese, it is identified as Scaphyglotis lívida.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several regions across North and Central America. Within Mexico, its presence is documented across the Central, Gulf, Southwest, and Southeast territories. This wide distribution highlights its adaptability to various Mexican climates and landscapes. Furthermore, its habitat extends southward into the tropical regions of Central America. Specifically, the species can be found growing within the borders of Honduras.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
Chemicals
Scaphyglottis livida has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,7-dihydroxy-2,4,8-trimethoxyphenanthrene, 3,7-dihydroxy-2,4-dimethoxyphenanthrene, batatasin III, coelonin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3,7-dihydroxy-2,4,8-trimethoxyphenanthrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,7-dihydroxy-2,4-dimethoxyphenanthrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| batatasin III | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coelonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Scaphyglottis livida has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Spasmolytic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spasmolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |