pride of big pine

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Pride of Big Pine
• Strumpfia
• pride-of-Big Pine

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is further categorized under the family Rubiaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Strumpfia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed throughout the coastal regions of the Southeastern United States, specifically within Florida. Its range extends southward into Mexico, where it is found in the southeastern portion of the country. The species is also well-represented across various Caribbean territories. Specifically, it can be located on the islands of Aruba and the Bahamas. Additionally, its presence is noted within the Cayman Islands.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Strumphia maritima is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. In terms of its structural organization and survival strategy, the species exhibits a chamaephyte life form, meaning its perennating buds are located close to the ground surface, often just above the soil level. This growth habit enables the plant to withstand environmental stressors typical of its habitat while maintaining its ability to regenerate and expand over time.

Life form :

chamaephyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Strumphfia maritima is characterized by its distinct growth form and structural adaptations. It functions as a woody shrub, exhibiting a sturdy and perennial architecture. Unlike many climbing species, it is not a climber; it does not possess the mechanisms to be obligatory, facultative, or self-supporting in a climbing capacity. The plant is entirely independent, lacking any parasitic tendencies, and is classified as a terrestrial species rather than an epiphyte. Its physical structure is defined by its woodiness, providing the necessary stability for its life in its natural habitat.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Strumpfia maritima has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include flower.

Flower

1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Chemicals

Strumpfia maritima has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Narcissin.

Narcissin

1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Preparations

Strumpfia maritima has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous extract of the flowering tops.

Aqueous extract of the flowering tops

1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences