Botanical Overview
Pygeum acuminatum is a species in the Rosaceae family. The rose family (Rosaceae) includes trees, shrubs, and herbs with five-petaled flowers and numerous stamens. Many species produce edible fruits such as apples, pears, cherries, and berries. The family includes both ornamental roses and many species with astringent and medicinal properties. Phytochemical data for this species are limited at present.
Family Context
The Rosaceae family is widely distributed in temperate regions. Notable medicinal members include:
- Peach — 51 documented uses
- Apricot — 37 documented uses
- Almond — 34 documented uses
- Greater Burnet — 29 documented uses
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.