Xylopia laevigata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Annona laevigata

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, falling into the family Annonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Xylopia as part of the species Xylopia laeviagata.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the South American continent. Its presence is documented across several key regions of Brazil. Specifically, it can be found growing in the Northeast region of the country. Furthermore, the species also extends its range into the Southeast part of Brazil. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these two distinct Brazilian territories.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Xylopia laevigata has 1 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Leaf

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2. Natural product research
3. Planta medica

Chemicals

Xylopia laevigata has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-Caryophyllene, Bicyclogermacrene, Germacrene B, Germacrene D.

(E)-Caryophyllene

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2. Planta medica

Bicyclogermacrene

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2. Planta medica

Germacrene B

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2. Planta medica

Germacrene D

1. Natural product research
2. Planta medica

Activities

Xylopia laevigata has 4 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive, Antioxidant, Cytostatic, Mutagenic.

Antinociceptive

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Antioxidant

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Cytostatic

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Mutagenic

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Medicinal Uses

Xylopia laevigata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations