Selenicereus grandiflorus
Selenicereus grandiflorus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (115 studies) · ★★★☆☆
Seleniceureus grandiflorus, scientifically known as Seleniceureus grandiflorus, is a spectacular nocturnal cactus celebrated for its breathtaking, large white blooms. Beyond its aesthetic allure, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical interest, traditionally utilized in various cultures for its unique medicinal properties and its ability to thrive in arid environments.
- Family
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- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Selenicereus grandiflorusDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread geographical distribution across several distinct regions. In the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found specifically within Bangladesh. Its range extends into Indo-China, where it is documented in Myanmar. Within the Americas, it is located in the Southeastern United States, particularly in Florida. Finally, the species inhabits parts of Mexico, including the Northeast and the Gulf regions.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Chemicals
Selenicereus grandiflorus has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cacticin, Cactine, Grandiflorine, Hordenine, Hyperoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cacticin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cactine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Grandiflorine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hordenine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hyperoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferitrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Narcissin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isorhamnetin-3-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cacticin
- Dr. Duke
Cactine
- Dr. Duke
Grandiflorine
- Dr. Duke
Hordenine
- Dr. Duke
Hyperoside
- Dr. Duke
Kaempferitrin
- Dr. Duke
Narcissin
- Dr. Duke
RUTIN
- Dr. Duke
isorhamnetin-3-glucoside
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Selenicereus grandiflorus has 105 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 5-HT-Inhibitor, Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allelochemic, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 5-HT-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCVI | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaging | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiallergic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiapoplectic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |