Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida, commonly known as "Pata de vaca," is a significant medicinal herb utilized in traditional folk medicine. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is frequently employed to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering a natural approach to holistic health and wellness.
- Scientific name: Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Wedelia. Specifically, it is identified as the variety hispida within the species Wedelia acapulcensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Wedelia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning across parts of North America. In the South-Central United States, its presence is specifically noted within the state of Texas. Moving into Mexico, it is distributed throughout the Northeast region of the country. The species also inhabits the Gulf regions and the Northwest areas of Mexico. Finally, its territory extends into the Southwest portion of Mexico, completing its diverse distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
Activities
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Hypoglycemic, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |