Myricaceae
Myrica
Antidiabetic principles of natural medicines. V. Aldose reductase inhibitors from Myrcia multiflora DC. (2): Structures of myrciacitrins III, IV, and V. (1/3)
Following the characterization of myrciacitrins I and II and myrciaphenones A and B, three new flavanone glucosides, myrciacitrins III, IV, and V, were isolated from the leaves of Brazilian Myrcia multiflora. The structures of new myrciacitrins were elucidated on the basis of physicochemical and chemical evidence. Myrciacitrins were found to show potent inhibitory activity on aldose reductase. (+info)Three new cyclic diarylheptanoids and other phenolic compounds from the bark of Myrica rubra and their melanogenesis inhibitory and radical scavenging activities. (2/3)
Ten cyclic diarylheptanoids (1-10), including three new compounds: myricanone 5-O-alpha-L-arabinofuranosyl-(1-->6)-beta-D-glucopyranoside (7), myricanone 17-O-beta-D-(6'-O-galloyl)-glucopyranoside (8), and 16-methoxy acerogenin B 9-O-beta-D-apiofuranosyl-(1-->6)-beta-D-glucopyranoside (10), along with two flavonoids (11, 12), were isolated from the extracts of Myrica rubra (Myricaceae) bark. The structures of new compounds were determined on the basis of spectroscopic methods. On evaluation of compounds 1-12 against the melanogenesis in the B16 melanoma cells, six compounds, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, and 12, exhibited inhibitory effects with 30-56% reduction of melanin content at 25 microg/mL with no or very weak toxicity to the cells (82-103% of cell viability at 25 microg/mL). In addition, upon evaluation of compounds 1-12 against the scavenging activities of free radicals [against the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical], seven compounds, 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 11, and 12, showed potent scavenging activity [IC(50) 2-21 microM (0.6-7.3 microg/mL)]. (+info)Invasive plants have scale-dependent effects on diversity by altering species-area relationships. (3/3)
(+info)Myricaceae is not a medical term, but a taxonomic category in botany. It refers to a family of flowering plants that includes around 50 species across 12 genera. Some well-known members of this family include the bayberry (Myrica cerifera) and the wax myrtle (Myrica californica).
These plants are often found in wet or moist habitats, such as swamps and riverbanks. They have simple, alternate leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers that are typically arranged in spikes or catkins. The fruits of these plants are drupes, which can be eaten by wildlife and can also be used to make candles and soaps due to their waxy coating.
While Myricaceae is not a medical term, certain compounds found in some species of this family have been studied for their potential medicinal properties. For example, bayberry has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including diarrhea, fever, and skin irritations. However, more research is needed to confirm the safety and efficacy of these uses.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Myrica" is not a medical term. It is a genus of flowering plants in the family Myricaceae, commonly known as bayberries or wax myrtles. The plants have some traditional uses in folk medicine, but there is no widely recognized or established medical definition associated with "Myrica." If you have any questions related to medical terminology or health concerns, I'd be happy to try and help with those instead!
Betulaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes birch, alder, and hornbeam trees and shrubs. It is commonly known as the birch family. These plants are characterized by their simple, alternate leaves, small catkins (flowers), and woody fruits. They are widely distributed in temperate and subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
In a medical context, Betulaceae may be mentioned in relation to the use of certain plant parts for medicinal purposes. For example, the bark of some birch trees contains salicylic acid, which has been used in the treatment of pain and inflammation. However, it is important to note that the use of any herbal remedy should be discussed with a healthcare provider beforehand, as they can interact with other medications and have potential side effects.