Organisms
Cordia
Cordia
A plant genus of the family BORAGINACEAE. Members contain TRITERPENES and naphthoxirene.

Evaluation of the antiedematogenic activity of artemetin isolated from Cordia curassavica DC. (1/16)

The species Cordia curassavica (Boraginaceae), known popularly as "erva baleeira", is used in folk medicine for the treatment of several inflammatory processes and as a healing agent. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the antiedematogenic activity of crude dichloromethane extracts of Cordia curassavica and of the artemetin-enriched fraction. The crude extract and artemetin fraction were tested in the model of carrageenin-induced paw edema in male Swiss mice (25-30 g). The crude dichloromethane extract (300 and 1000 mg/kg, po, N = 6) showed significant antiedematogenic activity, reducing the edema by 42, 57 and 45% and 46, 62 and 69%, 3, 4 and 5 h after carrageenin administration, respectively. Indomethacin (10 mg/kg, po, N = 6) reduced the edema by 45 and 48%, after 4 and 5 h, but the artemetin-enriched fraction (30, 100 and 300 mg/kg, po, N = 6) had no activity. The dichloromethane extract (300 and 1000 mg/kg, po, N = 6) also showed antinociceptive activity by reducing acetic acid-induced writhing in mice from 37.1 +/- 2.28 (control) to 17.3 +/- 1.34 and 13.2 +/- 1.44, respectively, but had no activity in the hot-plate test.  (+info)

Morphological and secretory characterization of extrafloral nectaries in plants of coastal Veracruz, Mexico. (2/16)

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Morphological descriptions of the extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) of certain plant species are common in the literature, but they rarely relate morphology with histology, gland distribution and secretory attributes. In this study a morphological/secretory characterization of EFNs occurring on several plant species in a tropical coastal community is made and the implications of gland attributes discussed from a functional perspective. METHODS: The morphology and nectar secretion of the EFNs of 20 plant species are characterized through scanning electron microscopy, histochemical detection of reducing sugars (Fehling's reagent) and nectar volume/concentration estimates. KEY RESULTS: Sixty-five per cent of plant species in coastal communities had EFNs on vegetative structures and 35 % of species had glands on reproductive and vegetative organs. The Fabaceae is the plant family with the most species with EFNs and most diversity of gland morphologies. Four types of vascularized nectaries and four of glandular trichomes are described; sugar-secreting trichomes are characterized using Fehling's technique, and the first descriptions of unicellular and peltate trichomes functioning as EFNs are provided. Glands of ten plant species and six genera are described for the first time. Four plant species possess more than one morphological type of EFN. Eleven species have EFNs in more than one location or organ. More complex glands secrete more nectar, but are functionally homologous to the aggregations of numerous secretory trichomes on specific and valuable plant organs. CONCLUSION: Important diversity of EFN morphology was foundin the coastal plant community studied. Both vascularized and non-vascularized EFNs are observed in plants and, for the latter, previously non-existent morpho-secretory characterizations are provided with a methodological approach to study them. It is recommended that studies relating EFN attributes (i.e. morphology, distribution) with their differential visitation by insects (i.e. ants) and the cost of maintenance to the plants are carried out to understand the evolution of these glands.  (+info)

Selection for protection in an ant-plant mutualism: host sanctions, host modularity, and the principal-agent game. (3/16)

Retaliation against cheaters can prevent the breakdown of cooperation. Here we ask whether the ant-plant Cordia nodosa is able to apply retaliatory sanctions against its ant symbiont Allomerus octoarticulatus, which patrols new shoots to prevent herbivory. We test the hypothesis that the modular design of C. nodosa physiologically ties the growth of housing (stem swellings known as domatia) to the successful development of the attached leaves. We experimentally simulated herbivory by cutting leaves from patrolled shoots and found that the domatia on such 'cheated' shoots suffered higher mortality and lower growth than did controls, evidence for a host sanction. On the other hand, patrolling is costly to the ant, and experiment shows that non-patrollers run a low risk of being sanctioned because most leaves (and the attached domatia) escape heavy herbivory even when patrollers are absent. This suggests that cheaters might enjoy a higher fitness than do mutualists, despite sanctions, but we find that patrolling provides a net fecundity benefit when the colony and plant exceed a minimum size, which requires sustained ant investment in patrolling. These results map directly onto the principal-agent (P-A) game from economics, which we suggest can be used as a framework for studying stability in mutualisms, where high sampling costs and cheating do not allow market effects to select for mutual benefits.  (+info)

Effect of two active compounds obtained from the essential oil of Cordia verbenacea on the acute inflammatory responses elicited by LPS in the rat paw. (4/16)

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: alpha-Humulene and trans-caryophyllene are sesquiterpene compounds identified in the essential oil of Cordia verbenacea which display topical and systemic anti-inflammatory effects in different experimental models. However, the molecular mechanisms through which they exert their anti-inflammatory activity still remain unclear. Here, we evaluate the effects of alpha-humulene and trans-caryophyllene on the acute inflammatory responses elicited by LPS. EXPERIMENTAL APPROACH: The biological activities of alpha-humulene and trans-caryophyllene were investigated in a model of acute inflammation in rat paw, induced by LPS and characterized by paw oedema, neutrophil recruitment, cytokine production, activation of MAP kinases and NF-kappaB and up-regulated expression of kinin B(1) receptors. KEY RESULTS: Treatment with either alpha-humulene or trans-caryophyllene effectively reduced neutrophil migration and activation of NF-kappaB induced by LPS in the rat paw. However, only alpha-humulene significantly reduced the increase in TNF-alpha and IL-1beta levels, paw oedema and the up-regulation of B(1) receptors following treatment with LPS. Both compounds failed to interfere with the activation of the MAP kinases, ERK, p38 and JNK. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS: Both alpha-humulene and trans-caryophyllene inhibit the LPS-induced NF-kappaB activation and neutrophil migration, although only alpha-humulene had the ability to prevent the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-alpha and IL-1beta and the in vivo up-regulation of kinin B(1) receptors. These data provide additional molecular and functional insights into the beneficial effects of the sesquiterpenes alpha-humulene and trans-caryophyllene isolated from the essential oil of Cordia verbenacea as agents for the management of inflammatory diseases.  (+info)

Lactobacillus pobuzihii sp. nov., isolated from pobuzihi (fermented cummingcordia). (5/16)

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Mutual reproductive dependence of distylic Cordia leucocephala (Cordiaceae) and oligolectic Ceblurgus longipalpis (Halictidae, Rophitinae) in the Caatinga. (6/16)

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Endophytic fungi reduce leaf-cutting ant damage to seedlings. (7/16)

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Sebestenoids A-D, BACE1 inhibitors from Cordia sebestena. (8/16)

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'Cordia' is a genus of flowering plants in the borage family, Boraginaceae, which includes several species with edible fruits and medicinal properties, however, it does not have a specific or established medical definition as a single entity in the context of healthcare and medicine.

"Cordia" is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae, which includes over 300 species. These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, and they are known for their showy flowers and edible fruits. Some common names for Cordia species include boxwood, geiger tree, and manjack.

While "Cordia" is a term used in botany to describe this genus of plants, it does not have a specific medical definition. However, some Cordia species do have medicinal uses. For example, the bark of Cordia myxa has been used in traditional medicine to treat diarrhea, dysentery, and fever. The leaves of Cordia verbenacea have been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis.

It's important to note that while some Cordia species may have medicinal properties, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional before using any plant-based remedies, as they can interact with other medications or have potential side effects.

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Boraginaceae2
  • Cordia is a genus of flowering plants in the borage family, Boraginaceae. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cordia monoica is a member of the Boraginaceae family. (bvsalud.org)
Mitsubishi Cordia1
  • Find 1985 Mitsubishi Cordia interior, exterior and cargo dimensions for the trims and styles available. (iseecars.com)
Boissieri2
Subcordata1
  • C. gharaf) - Grey-leafed saucerberry Cordia subcordata Lam. (wikipedia.org)
Species3
  • Yellow cordia (western South America, including the Galápagos Islands) Cordia monoica Cordia myxa L. - Assyrian plum (South Asia) Cordia domestica is treated as a separate species by some sources, and as C. myxa var. (wikipedia.org)
  • as C. retusa Vahl) Cordia species are used as food plants by the caterpillars of some Lepidoptera species, such as Endoclita malabaricus, Bucculatrix caribbea, and Bucculatrix cordiaella. (wikipedia.org)
  • citation needed] The wood of several Cordia species is commercially harvested. (wikipedia.org)
Monoica1
  • Cordia monoica has 26,303 codons in its protein-coding regions, and leucine amino acid was the most frequently encoded amino acid in contrast to cysteine. (bvsalud.org)
Goetzei1
  • Fruits of Cordia goetzei Wikimedia Commons has media related to Cordia. (wikipedia.org)
Africana1
Dichotoma4
  • White manjack Cordia dichotoma G.Forst - Fragrant manjack, bird lime tree (Tropical Asia and Australasia) Cordia leucophlyctis Hook f. - (endemic to the Galápagos Islands) Cordia lutea Lam. (wikipedia.org)
  • the clammy cherry) has been placed in the "Cordia myxa complex", or treated as a synonym for Cordia dichotoma. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cordia dichotoma Forst. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cordia dichotoma is common in coastal hills, inland fringes of mangroves and also in inland primary and secondary forests, up to 700 m of altitude. (tropicaltimber.info)
Sebestena1
  • Cordia platythyrsa Baker - West African cordia Cordia rupicola Urban - Puerto Rico manjack (Puerto Rico) Cordia sebestena L. - Geiger tree, large-leaf Geigertree (southern Florida, Greater Antilles, Central America) Cordia sinensis Lam. (wikipedia.org)
Alliodora1
Ruiz1
Anacahuita1
  • Anacahuita, Texas olive (southern Texas, Northern Mexico) Cordia curassavica (Jacq. (wikipedia.org)
Resources4
  • Cordia L." Germplasm Resources Information Network. (wikipedia.org)
  • Contact Cordia Resources Today! (cordiaresources.com)
  • At Cordia Resources, we take pride in making the process of working with us easy, recruiting and placing talent quickly, and providing excellent customer service. (cordiaresources.com)
  • Cordia provided interim resources to help us reconcile complex accounts through Deltek GCS Premier. (cordiapartners.com)
Leaves1
  • Cordia leaves can be dried and used to smoke marijuana with. (wikipedia.org)
Residence6
  • Cordia Residence Sathorn offers accommodation in Bang Rak. (tiket.com)
  • At Cordia Residence Sathorn the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. (tiket.com)
  • The nearest airport is Don Mueang International Airport, 28 km from Cordia Residence Sathorn. (tiket.com)
  • What is the address of Cordia Residence Sathorn? (tiket.com)
  • Millennium Residence by Cordia is located on Pápay István Street in the 9th district, a quiet side street just off Soroksári Road. (cordia.hu)
  • Located in a premium residential location in Baneasa, the most dynamically developing area of Bucharest, Cordia Residence consists of two 5-storey buildings totalizing 119 apartments with 2, 3, and four rooms. (vitalis.com)
Sustainable1
  • At CORDIA, we are committed to achieving a sustainable, energy-efficient future, and we give special importance to e-mobility by closely monitoring technological advancements and putting digital transformation into practice. (cordia.gr)
Residential1
  • Would you like to stay informed of new Cordia projects and the status of residential property developments that are already underway? (cordia.hu)
Guinea1
  • Cordia Abyssinica is distributed from Guinea in W. Africa east to Ethiopia to S. Africa. (infonet-biovision.org)
Apartments2
  • The team at Cordia Blackswan are currently working on nine developments in and around Great Hampton Street including build-to-rent, high-end heritage apartments, new builders, Birmingham's first shared living scheme, commercial units, and office space. (jewelleryquarter.net)
  • At the Cordia Serviced Apartments Belfast we have some fantastic great value offers allowing you get the best deals that Belfast has to offer. (cordiaapartments.com)
Large1
  • Mean annual rainfall: 700-2, 000 mm and soil type: Large leafed cordia thrives in forest soil. (infonet-biovision.org)
Find1
  • Find out whether Globalinx or Cordia is better for your VoIP business or home needs. (voipreview.org)
Developments1
  • We are pleased to work with Cordia Blackswan, who work hard to include and recognise the needs of the community in their developments, to raise awareness for the issues we are tackling in the city. (jewelleryquarter.net)
Team2
  • Cordia assumed responsibility for all financial management functions at our company last year and quickly became a well-integrated and genuinely essential member of my core team. (cordiapartners.com)
  • The Cordia team launched the Southwest Business Improvement District with us. (cordiapartners.com)
Essential oil1
  • To evaluate the effect of crude extract and essential oil of Cordia verbenacea (C.V.), systemically administered, on ligature-induced periodontitis in rats. (bvsalud.org)
Solutions1
  • Cordia Partners is known for our ability to listen carefully and present the most cost effective and appropriate solutions. (cordiapartners.com)
Support3
  • Birmingham-based property developer, Cordia Blackswan , has raised over £3,000 for housing support charity Spring Housing at their first annual charity fundraiser. (jewelleryquarter.net)
  • Working beyond the red line, Cordia Blackswan follows a placemaking-led ethos that considers its impact on the local community to support their wellbeing and create a better quality of life. (jewelleryquarter.net)
  • We want our charity events to become synonymous with Cordia Blackswan's dedication to support Birmingham and its communities and bringing in fun themes like Day of the Dead, we hope that our future fundraisers will be as much of a success as the first has been! (jewelleryquarter.net)
Found1
  • The experts at VoipReview have analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of Globalinx and Cordia and detailed analysis of the comparison can be found below. (voipreview.org)
Flowers1
  • The flowers of Cordia parvifolia are one of its most striking attributes. (pollinatorweb.com)
General1
  • By clicking "Submit" you agree to receive emails, promotions, and general messages from Cordia in accordance to our Privacy Policy / Terms of Service . (huntcordia.com)
Black1
Role1
  • Cordia plays an integral role in providing timely accurate financial information to Chamber management and the board of directors. (cordiapartners.com)
Article1
Call1
  • People call Cordia Harrington " The Bun Lady . (success.com)
Process1
  • Cordia Partners is a full service provider of outsourced accounting, business advisory, and technology and business process consulting, with nearly 20 years of experience serving the small-medium business market (SMB). (cordiapartners.com)
Services2
  • Cordia provided us with a key combination of technical skill, sage practical advice, and a level of professionalism and courtesy that are increasingly rare in the professional services industry. (cordiapartners.com)
  • For the upcoming phase of construction, Cordia has retained the spacious layout of the buildings, provided an extended range of services to families and is building the new homes in accordance with the latest design trends. (cordia.hu)
Interior1
  • The comfortable space of the hallway and the tastefully-decorated interior design also testify to the stylish nature of Cordia Fontana House. (futurealgroup.com)