Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum
Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized in traditional healing. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this subspecies offers significant therapeutic potential. It is frequently utilized for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, serving as a vital resource in botanical medicine.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Fagara Chiloperone · Fagara Chiloperone Var. Angustifolia · 4 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosumSynonyms
- Fagara chiloperone
- Fagara chiloperone var. angustifolia
- Fagara rugosa
- Zanthoxylum chiloperone var. angustifolium
- Zanthoxylum chiloperone
- Zanthoxylum rugosum
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 falls under the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Zanthoxylum, specifically the subspecies caribaeum rugosum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zanthoxylum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of South America. In Brazil, its presence is noted throughout the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast territories. It can also be found extending into the southern reaches of Brazil. Beyond Brazilian borders, the species is distributed within the southern part of South America. Specifically, its geographical range includes the country of Paraguay.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum, enters its developmental life cycle through its seedlings, which serve as the foundational stage for establishing its medicinal properties. As these young seedlings emerge and begin to grow, they represent the most vulnerable yet critical phase of the plant's life, eventually maturing into woody shrubs or small trees. Monitoring the health and vigor of these seedlings is essential for ensuring the sustainable cultivation of the species, as they will eventually develop the complex chemical profiles found in the mature bark and leaves used in traditional remedies.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| seed | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Canthin-6-one, 5-Methoxy-Canthin-6-one.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Canthin-6-one | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Methoxy-Canthin-6-one | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Canthin-6-one
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
- Journal of natural products
5-Methoxy-Canthin-6-one
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| extracts | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |