Botanical Overview
Wild grape (Cissus verticillata) is a species in the Vitaceae family. This species belongs to the Vitaceae family, a group of flowering plants. Phytochemical data for this species are limited at present.
General Description
It grows primarily in tropical regions near sea level, including many locations in the Caribbean region.
Family Context
The Vitaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Grape — 26 documented uses
- American-ivy — 15 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Wild grape has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 2 compounds in this species: flavonoids, phenolics.
The identified compounds include the following categories:
- Flavonoid: antioxidant compounds that protect cells from oxidative damage
- Phenolic: antioxidant compounds that neutralize free radicals
Research Status
Although this species has documented phytochemical constituents, its ethnobotanical and clinical documentation remains incomplete. Further ethnobotanical and pharmacological research may reveal additional therapeutic applications for this species.