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Selaginella reflexa

Selaginella reflexa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Selaginella reflexa, scientifically known as Selaginella reflexa, is a fascinating lycophyte valued in traditional medicine. Often referred to as a spike moss, this resilient plant is recognized for its unique physiological properties. It holds significant potential in pharmacological research, particularly regarding its bioactive compounds and therapeutic applications.

Family
Selaginellaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Selaginella reflexa

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Lycopodiidae. Within its taxonomic hierarchy, it is categorized under the order Selaginellales and the family Selaginellaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Selaginella as the species Selaginella reflexa.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Lycopodiidae
Order Selaginellales
Family Selaginellaceae
Genus Selaginella

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across various regions of North and Central America. In Mexico, it can be found spanning from the Northeast to the Southeast. Additionally, its presence is noted throughout the Gulf region and the Southwest part of the country. Moving further south, the species is also distributed within Central America. Specifically, it has been documented growing in the nation of Guatemala.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest
Mexico Mexico Southeast
Central America Guatemala

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Selaginella reflexa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Amentoflavone, Robustaflavone, trehalose.

Chemicals reported in Selaginella reflexa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Amentoflavone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Robustaflavone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
trehalose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Amentoflavone

  1. Journal of AOAC International

Robustaflavone

  1. Journal of AOAC International

trehalose

  1. Journal of AOAC International