Weinmannia trichosperma
Weinmannia trichosperma · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Weinmannia trichosperma, is a significant medicinal plant native to the Andean regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally used to treat inflammatory conditions, respiratory ailments, and digestive issues. Exploring its bioactive compounds offers promising insights into natural pharmacology and holistic healing practices.
- Family
- Cunoniaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Weinmannia Dentata · Weinmannia Sessiliflora · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Weinmannia trichospermaSynonyms
- Weinmannia dentata
- Weinmannia sessiliflora
- Weinmannia producta
- Windmannia trichosperma
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Oxalidales and placed in the family Cunoniaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is within the genus Weinmannia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Oxalidales | WCVP |
| Family | Cunoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Weinmannia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range located within the southern regions of South America. Its distribution begins in the southern parts of Argentina, where it can be found in various habitats. Moving westward, the species is also documented across the central regions of Chile. Furthermore, its presence extends into the southern territories of Chile. Together, these areas define the primary natural occurrence of Weinmannia trichosperma.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |
Chemicals
Weinmannia trichosperma has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoastilbin, Neoastilbin, Neoisoastilbin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Isoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neoisoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Isoastilbin
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Neoastilbin
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Neoisoastilbin
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Activities
Weinmannia trichosperma has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Weinmannia trichosperma has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, wound healing.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |