Botanical Overview
Lignaloe (Bursera delpechiana) belongs to the Burseraceae family. While not among the most extensively documented medicinal plants, this species has recorded uses that warrant attention from researchers and practitioners. This species belongs to the Burseraceae family, a group of flowering plants.
Family Context
The Burseraceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Gumbolimbo — 41 documented uses
- Gugul — 33 documented uses
- Myrrh — 16 documented uses
- Salaki — 11 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Lignaloe has been recorded in India, and Mexico.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 16 compounds in this species, including a diverse array of phytochemical classes (see the Complete Chemical Inventory below for the full list).
The identified compounds include the following categories:
- Alkaloid: nitrogenous compounds with diverse pharmacological activities
ⓘ Information
Information on this page is compiled from Dr. Duke’s Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical Databases (USDA ARS), a public domain resource. Consult a healthcare professional before using any herbal preparation.