Xylopia emarginata
Xylopia emarginata, commonly known as a potent medicinal shrub in various tropical regions, is highly valued for its therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive alkaloids and essential oils, this species is traditionally used to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and infections, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Xylopia emarginata
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Magnoliales and the family Annonaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Xylopia, specifically as the species Xylopia emarginata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Xylopia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of locations across the South American continent. In Northern South America, its presence is documented within the borders of Venezuela. Moving toward the western regions, it can be found in both Colombia and Bolivia. Within Brazil, the species is distributed across the West-Central area. Additionally, its geographical reach extends into the Northeast region of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Xylopia emarginata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Spathulenol, caryophyllene oxide.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Xylopia emarginata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |