Selenicereus guatemalensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Distribution

This plant is primarily recognized for its specific presence within the Central American region. Its known geographical range is notably concentrated within the borders of Guatemala. Within this territory, it thrives in the local environmental conditions unique to the area. Currently, there are no recorded instances of this species occurring naturally outside of this single country. Consequently, the distribution of Selenicereus guatemalensis is considered highly localized to the Guatemalan landscape.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Selenicereus guatemalensis is characterized by a growth habit that is primarily terrestrial, though it can transition through semiaquatic environments depending on localized moisture levels. As a climbing plant, it functions as a self-supporting liana, utilizing its structural adaptations to ascend without being an obligatory climber. The species is biologically independent, functioning as a non-parasitic organism rather than an obligatory or facultative parasite. Furthermore, while it exhibits certain climbing tendencies, it does not function as an obligatory epiphyte, maintaining a primarily terrestrial existence. Its structural composition is defined by non-woody tissue, which contributes to its flexible and succulent morphology.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

obligatory

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Selenicereus guatemalensis has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON, ascorbic acid.

Ash

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CALCIUM

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FAT

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IRON

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ascorbic acid

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beta-carotene

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niacin

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riboflavin

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thiamin

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water

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Activities

Selenicereus guatemalensis has 206 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Acidulant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Analgesic, Androgenic?.

Acidulant

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Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor

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Allergenic

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Analgesic

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Androgenic?

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Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker

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AntiAGE

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AntiCFS

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AntiCTS

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AntiCrohn's

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