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Stenocereus quevedonis

Stenocereus quevedonis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Stenocereus quevedonis, is a remarkable columnar cactus native to Mexico's arid landscapes. Beyond its striking presence in the desert, this species holds significant ethnobotanical value. Used traditionally for its nutritious fruit and medicinal properties, it serves as a vital resource for local communities, offering both sustenance and healing.

Family
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Native range
Northern America
Parts used
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Stenocereus quevedonis

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed across specific regions within the country of Mexico. Its natural range encompasses the diverse landscapes found throughout Mexico Northeast. Additionally, the species can be identified growing within the arid environments of Mexico Northwest. The geographical presence of this cactus also extends into the territories of Mexico Southwest. Therefore, its habitat is strategically spread across these three distinct Mexican zones.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Northwest
Mexico Mexico Southwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Stenocereus quevedonis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include betulinic acid.

Chemicals reported in Stenocereus quevedonis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
betulinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

betulinic acid

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Activities

Stenocereus quevedonis has 18 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.

Activities reported in Stenocereus quevedonis
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anthelmintic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
AntiHIV 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticarcinomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiedemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiinflammatory 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antileukemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimalarial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimelanomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anthelmintic

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AntiHIV

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Antibacterial

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Anticancer

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Anticarcinomic

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Antiedemic

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Antiinflammatory

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Antileukemic

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Antimalarial

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Antimelanomic

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