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Tetraglochin andina

Tetraglochin andina · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

scientifically known as Tetraglochin andina, is a resilient medicinal plant native to the high-altitude Andean ecosystems. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, this botanical species has long been utilized in traditional folk medicine to address various ailments, offering a natural approach to wellness within its rugged mountain habitat.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Tetraglochin andina

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Tetraglochin andina, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, its taxonomic position is completed within the genus Tetraglochin.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Rosaceae
Genus Tetraglochin

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Tetraglochin andina, is found within a specific region of the Southern South American continent. Its presence is primarily concentrated in the northwestern part of Argentina. This localized distribution suggests that it is adapted to the unique environmental conditions of the Andean highlands. Because it is restricted to this particular area, researchers must focus their studies on these specific mountainous terrains. Consequently, understanding its habitat in Northwest Argentina is essential for its conservation.

Region Area
Southern South America Argentina Northwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Tetraglochin andina has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoid.

Chemicals reported in Tetraglochin andina
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoid

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Conditions

Tetraglochin andina has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include vulvovaginal candidiasis.

Conditions investigated for Tetraglochin andina
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Vulvovaginal candidiasis 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Vulvovaginal candidiasis

  1. Carbohydrate polymers

Preparations

Tetraglochin andina has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include dry extracts, extracts.

Preparations reported for Tetraglochin andina
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Dry extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Dry extracts

  1. Carbohydrate polymers

Extracts

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology