Stenocereus thurberi
Stenocereus thurberi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Stenocereus thuurberi, is a columnar cactus native to Mexico. Often called pitaya or mezcalero, this resilient plant offers more than just edible fruit. In traditional medicine, various parts are utilized to treat digestive issues, promote healing, and provide nutritional support within indigenous desert communities.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Stenocereus thurberiDistribution
This plant, known as Stenocereus thuurberi, exhibits a specific range across North American landscapes. Its presence can be found in the Southwestern United States, specifically within the state of Arizona. Moving south, the species is widely distributed throughout the nation of Mexico. It occupies significant portions of the Mexican Northeast, thriving in those particular climates. Additionally, the plant is common throughout the Northwest region of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Stenocereus thurberi has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Stenocereus thurberi has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |