Vismia baccifera
Vismia baccifera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Vismia baccifera, scientifically known as Vismia baccifera, is a significant medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and infections. Its bioactive compounds offer promising potential for pharmacological research and modern natural medicine development.
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Bark · Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Caopia Baccifera · Hypericum Bacciferum
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Carate
- achiotillo
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Vismia bacciferaSynonyms
- Caopia baccifera
- Hypericum bacciferum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, specifically within the family Hypericaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Vismia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Hypericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vismia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across various regions of Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, its distribution spans from the central territories to the Gulf coast. It is also found throughout the southwestern and southeastern portions of the country. Moving further south, the species extends its range into Central America. Specifically, its habitat includes the nation of Belize.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vismia baccifera, possesses various anatomical features that contribute to its medicinal potential. The stem serves as the primary structural support, transporting essential nutrients throughout the organism, while the leaf acts as the main site for photosynthesis and often contains secondary metabolites used in traditional remedies. Additionally, the bark is a significant component, frequently harvested in various cultures for its bioactive compounds and therapeutic applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Vismia baccifera has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATECHIN, Deacetylvismione A, Epicatechin, FERRUGININ C, Harunganin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| CATECHIN | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Deacetylvismione A | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epicatechin | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FERRUGININ C | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Harunganin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| VISMIONE B | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vismiaquinone | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vismin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bivismiaquinone | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| deacetylvismione H | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Vismia baccifera has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include lung cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lung cancer | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous infusions | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanolic extracts | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |