Botanical Overview
Cuphea carthagenensis is a species in the Lythraceae family. This species belongs to the Lythraceae family, a group of flowering plants. Phytochemical data for this species are limited at present.
Family Context
The Lythraceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Henna — 43 documented uses
- Sinicuichi — 21 documented uses
- Crape Myrtle — 21 documented uses
- Purple Loosestrife — 8 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Cuphea carthagenensis has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulinic-acid.
Research Status
Although this species has documented phytochemical constituents, its ethnobotanical and clinical documentation remains incomplete. The limited documentation available for this species represents an opportunity for ethnobotanical research.
ⓘ 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.