Zanthoxylum syncarpum
Zanthoxylum syncarpum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum syncarpum, is a medicinal plant prized in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties. Often utilized in herbal remedies, it contains bioactive compounds believed to offer anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential role in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Leaf · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Fagara Valenciana · Fagara Syncarpa · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Zanthoxylum syncarpumSynonyms
- Fagara valenciana
- Fagara syncarpa
- Perijea syncarpa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Sapindales and placed in the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Zanthoxylum.
| 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 specific geographical distribution concentrated within the tropical regions of South America. It is found growing in the northern part of the continent, specifically within the borders of Venezuela. Its presence extends significantly into Brazil, where it occupies various ecological niches. Within the Brazilian territory, the species is notably distributed across the Northeast region. Additionally, the plant can be located throughout the Southeast portion of Brazil as well.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Xanthoxylum syncarpum, possesses distinct morphological features in its vegetative structure that are often studied for their medicinal properties. The stem serves as the primary structural support, characterized by its woody texture and branching pattern which facilitates the transport of nutrients throughout the organism. Complementing the stem are the leaves, which are typically arranged to maximize sunlight absorption for photosynthesis, playing a crucial role in the plant's overall metabolic processes and the synthesis of its bioactive compounds.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Zanthoxylum syncarpum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Decarine, Syncarpamide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Decarine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Syncarpamide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Decarine
- Journal of natural products
Syncarpamide
- Journal of natural products
Activities
Zanthoxylum syncarpum has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Zanthoxylum syncarpum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |