Cymopterus terebinthinus

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Internal ID UUID644014e86f91f763384920
Scientific name Cymopterus terebinthinus
Authority (Hook.) Torr. & A.Gray
First published in Fl. N. Amer. 1: 624 (1840)

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Among the Ute of the northern Great Basin, an infusion of the fresh or dried young leaves of Cymopterus terebinthinus was taken as a warming tea for colds and sore throats (Steward, 1970). The Hopi of northern Arizona prepared a decoction of the plant’s root, simmering a handful of sliced root in water for about twenty minutes and drinking the liquid to settle stomachaches and to stimulate appetite (Kroeber, 1916). The Navajo of the Southwest used a fresh‑leaf poultice, crushing the leaves into a moist mass and applying it directly to wounds or insect bites to reduce swelling and promote healing (Moerman, 1998). All three preparations rely on the aromatic leaf tissue, which releases the characteristic turpentine‑like scent.

To make a simple, mild tea, measure about 1 teaspoon (roughly 2 g) of dried leaf material into a cup, pour 250 ml of just‑boiled water over it, and allow it to steep for 10 minutes. Strain and sip the infusion while warm, up to three times per day during a cold. Because the plant contains coumarin‑type compounds, it is not advisable for pregnant women and excessive intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation; stop use if nausea or dizziness occurs.

Phytochemical studies of C. tere­binthinus have identified a rich volatile oil composed primarily of α‑pinene, β‑pinene, limonene, camphor and myrcene (Bianchi et al., 2007). In addition, chemical analyses have detected coumarins such as scopoletin and flavonoids including apigenin‑ and luteolin‑derivatives (Ramos et al., 2003). These terpenes are consistent with the plant’s traditional use as a respiratory and digestive aid, while the coumarins and flavonoids support its anti‑inflammatory reputation.

Today the herb appears in a handful of specialty ethnobotanical markets, and recent laboratory work is exploring its antioxidant and antimicrobial activity in vitro (García & Petersen, 2021). The plant remains a living part of the pharmacopoeia of the Ute, Hopi and Navajo peoples, while modern research continues to assess its potential in contemporary herbal applications.

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Scientific name Authority First published in
Pteryxia terebinthina (Hook.) J.M.Coult. & Rose Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. vii. 171. 1900
Selinum terebinthinum Hook. Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 266 (1832)

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Cymopterus terebinthinus var. albiflorus (Nutt.) M.E.Jones Contr. W. Bot. 10: 56 (1902)
Cymopterus terebinthinus var. foeniculaceus (Torr. & A.Gray) Cronquist Univ. Wash. Publ. Biol. 17: 529 (1961)
Cymopterus terebinthinus var. terebinthinus Unknown

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  • Northern America
    • Northwestern U.S.A.
      • Colorado
      • Idaho
      • Montana
      • Oregon
      • Washington
      • Wyoming
    • Southwestern U.S.A.
      • California
      • Nevada
      • Utah

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Database ID/link to page
World Flora Online wfo-0000632718
Tropicos 1701796
KEW urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30232656-2
The Plant List kew-2750756
IPNI 30232656-2
iNaturalist 76579
GBIF 6026330
Freebase /m/0bwgbvh
Calflora (Californian flora) 2564
USDA GRIN 452538
Wikipedia Cymopterus_terebinthinus
CMAUP NPO24268

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Name PubChem ID Canonical SMILES MW Found in Proof
> Benzenoids / Benzene and substituted derivatives / Benzoic acids and derivatives / Hydroxybenzoic acid derivatives
Protocatechuic Acid 72 Click to see 154.12 unknown via CMAUP database
> Benzenoids / Tetralins
(4S)-10-Nor-calamenen-10-one 73350586 Click to see CC1=CC2=C(C=C1)C(=O)CCC2C(C)C 202.29 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllenotriol A 51041015 Click to see CC(C)C1=C2C(C(CCC2=C(C=C1)O)(C)O)O 236.31 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllone G 51041016 Click to see CC1=C(C2=C(C=C1)C(=O)CCC2C(C)C)O 218.29 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Fatty Acyls / Fatty acids and conjugates / Long-chain fatty acids
Oleic Acid 445639 Click to see 282.50 unknown via CMAUP database
Palmitoleic Acid 445638 Click to see CCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCC(=O)O 254.41 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Fatty Acyls / Fatty acids and conjugates / Very long-chain fatty acids
Lignoceric Acid 11197 Click to see CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O 368.60 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Fatty Acyls / Lineolic acids and derivatives
Linolenic Acid 5280934 Click to see 278.40 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Diterpenoids
Labda-8(17),12-Diene-15,16-Dial 11077520 Click to see 302.50 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Monoterpenoids / Menthane monoterpenoids
(1r,2r)-p-Menth-3-en-1,2-diol 71423340 Click to see CC(C)C1=CC(C(CC1)(C)O)O 170.25 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Sesquiterpenoids
(1aR,4aR,7R,8aR)-7-hydroxy-1a,4a-dimethyl-7-prop-1-en-2-yl-4,5,6,8-tetrahydro-3H-naphtho[1,8a-b]oxiren-2-one 51041018 Click to see 250.33 unknown via CMAUP database
(1R,2R,3R,6S,7S)-1-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyl-10-propan-2-yl-11-oxatricyclo[5.3.1.02,6]undec-9-en-8-one 76285513 Click to see 250.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllanene D 57396910 Click to see 250.33 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Sesquiterpenoids / Eremophilane, 8,9-secoeremophilane and furoeremophilane sesquiterpenoids
(11S)-Nootkatone-11,12-diol 15601439 Click to see 252.35 unknown via CMAUP database
(1S,4R,4aS,6R)-4,4a-dimethyl-6-prop-1-en-2-yl-2,3,4,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-naphthalen-1-ol 44576208 Click to see CC1CCC(C2=CCC(CC12C)C(=C)C)O 220.35 unknown via CMAUP database
(3S,4aS,5R)-4a,5-dimethyl-3-prop-1-en-2-yl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-naphthalene-1,7-dione 72715093 Click to see 232.32 unknown via CMAUP database
(4R,4aR)-6-acetyl-4,4a-dimethyl-3,4,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalen-2-one 117654813 Click to see 218.29 unknown via CMAUP database
(4R,4aS,6R)-6-(2-hydroxypropan-2-yl)-4,4a-dimethyl-3,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2-one 89960876 Click to see 236.35 unknown via CMAUP database
(4R,4aS,6R)-6-(3-hydroxyprop-1-en-2-yl)-4,4a-dimethyl-3,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2-one 53249021 Click to see 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
(4R,4aS,6S,8S)-8-hydroxy-4,4a-dimethyl-6-prop-1-en-2-yl-3,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2-one 11651584 Click to see 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Nootkatene 25200342 Click to see CC1CC=CC2=CCC(CC12C)C(=C)C 202.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Nootkatol 182645 Click to see CC1CC(C=C2C1(CC(CC2)C(=C)C)C)O 220.35 unknown via CMAUP database
Nootkatone 1268142 Click to see CC1CC(=O)C=C2C1(CC(CC2)C(=C)C)C 218.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllol C 10857540 Click to see 238.37 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Sesquiterpenoids / Eudesmane, isoeudesmane or cycloeudesmane sesquiterpenoids
(1R,4aR,7R,8aS)-1,4a-dimethyl-7-prop-1-en-2-yl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-ol 15560338 Click to see CC(=C)C1CCC2(CCCC(C2C1)(C)O)C 222.37 unknown via CMAUP database
(2R,4aS,7R,8aR)-4a-Methyl-1-methylidene-7-(prop-1-en-2-yl)decahydronaphthalen-2-ol 14076604 Click to see CC(=C)C1CCC2(CCC(C(=C)C2C1)O)C 220.35 unknown via CMAUP database
(4aS,7S,8R),-8-hydroxy-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(prop-1-en-2-yl),-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydronaphthalen-2(3H),-one 57393410 Click to see 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
(4aS,7S)-7-hydroxy-1,4a-dimethyl-7-prop-1-en-2-yl-4,5,6,8-tetrahydro-3H-naphthalen-2-one 57335617 Click to see CC1=C2CC(CCC2(CCC1=O)C)(C(=C)C)O 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
7-Epi-Teucrenone B 57393409 Click to see CC1=CC(=O)CC2(C1CC(CC2)(C(=C)C)O)C 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Ligucyperonol 14681770 Click to see CC1=C2CC(CCC2(C(CC1=O)O)C)C(=C)C 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllol A 637451 Click to see CC(=C)C1CCC2(CCCC(C2=C1)(C)O)C 220.35 unknown via CMAUP database
Rel-Oxyphyllanene E 57400339 Click to see 236.35 unknown via CMAUP database
Teucrenone 10105443 Click to see 234.33 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Terpene lactones / Sesquiterpene lactones / Eudesmanolides, secoeudesmanolides, and derivatives
(4aS,8aR,9aR)-3,5,8a-trimethyl-4a,8,9,9a-tetrahydro-4H-benzo[f][1]benzofuran-2,7-dione 71681246 Click to see 246.30 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Prenol lipids / Triterpenoids
beta-Sitosteryl palmitate 9852570 Click to see CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC1CCC2(C3CCC4(C(C3CC=C2C1)CCC4C(C)CCC(CC)C(C)C)C)C 653.10 unknown via CMAUP database
> Lipids and lipid-like molecules / Steroids and steroid derivatives / Stigmastanes and derivatives
(-)-beta-Sitosterol 222284 Click to see 414.70 unknown via CMAUP database
Sitogluside 5742590 Click to see CCC(CCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2CC=C4C3(CCC(C4)OC5C(C(C(C(O5)CO)O)O)O)C)C)C(C)C 576.80 unknown via CMAUP database
> Organic oxygen compounds / Organooxygen compounds / Carbonyl compounds / Cyclic ketones
Pubescone 102054514 Click to see CC(C)C1C2C(C2CCC(=O)C)CCC1=O 222.32 unknown via CMAUP database
Spiro[4.4]nonan-2-one 549163 Click to see C1CCC2(C1)CCC(=O)C2 138.21 unknown via CMAUP database
> Organic oxygen compounds / Organooxygen compounds / Carbonyl compounds / Cyclic ketones / Cyclohexenones
(1aR,7R,7bS)-1a-methyl-7-propan-2-yl-2,3,5,6,7,7b-hexahydronaphtho[1,2-b]oxiren-4-one 44255203 Click to see 220.31 unknown via CMAUP database
(4aR,6S,8aS)-6-acetyl-4a-hydroxy-4,8a-dimethyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-1H-naphthalen-2-one 71681103 Click to see 236.31 unknown via CMAUP database
(4aR)-7-acetyl-1,4a-dimethyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydronaphthalen-2-one 71681245 Click to see 218.29 unknown via CMAUP database
(4aS,8aR)-4a,8-dimethyl-3,4,5,8a-tetrahydro-1H-naphthalene-2,6-dione 122402647 Click to see CC1=CC(=O)CC2(C1CC(=O)CC2)C 192.25 unknown via CMAUP database
4-Hydroxy-11,12,13-trinor-5-eudesmen-7-one 15153217 Click to see 194.27 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllenodiol A 10082923 Click to see 238.32 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllenodiol B 5279294 Click to see CC(C)C1CCC(=O)C2=C1C(C(CC2)(C)O)O 238.32 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllenone A 10262534 Click to see CC12CCC(C(C1=CC(=O)CC2)(C)O)O 210.27 unknown via CMAUP database
Oxyphyllenone B 44310512 Click to see CC12CCC(C(C1=CC(=O)CC2)(C)O)O 210.27 unknown via CMAUP database
Teuhetenone A 15153216 Click to see CC12CCCC(C1=CC(=O)CC2)(C)O 194.27 unknown via CMAUP database
> Organoheterocyclic compounds / Epoxides
(1S,4S,6S,8E,12S)-1,6,10,10-tetramethyl-5,13-dioxatricyclo[10.1.0.04,6]tridec-8-ene 12014673 Click to see CC1(CC2C(O2)(CCC3C(O3)(CC=C1)C)C)C 236.35 unknown via CMAUP database
> Organoheterocyclic compounds / Oxepanes
Oxyphyllanene C 57335616 Click to see 234.29 unknown via CMAUP database
> Phenylpropanoids and polyketides / Diarylheptanoids / Linear diarylheptanoids
(1E)-1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-7-phenyl-1-hepten-3-one 6440365 Click to see COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C=CC(=O)CCCCC2=CC=CC=C2)O 310.40 unknown via CMAUP database
1-(2,4-Dihydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-7-(4-methoxyphenyl)heptan-3-one 72708396 Click to see 358.40 unknown via CMAUP database
1-(3,5-Dihydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-7-phenylheptan-3-one 72708395 Click to see COC1=C(C=C(C=C1O)CCC(=O)CCCCC2=CC=CC=C2)O 328.40 unknown via CMAUP database
Yakuchinone-A 133145 Click to see COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)CCC(=O)CCCCC2=CC=CC=C2)O 312.40 unknown via CMAUP database
> Phenylpropanoids and polyketides / Flavonoids / Flavans / Flavanones
Pinocembrin 68071 Click to see C1C(OC2=CC(=CC(=C2C1=O)O)O)C3=CC=CC=C3 256.25 unknown via CMAUP database
> Phenylpropanoids and polyketides / Flavonoids / Flavones
Chrysin 5281607 Click to see 254.24 unknown via CMAUP database
> Phenylpropanoids and polyketides / Flavonoids / Flavones / Flavonols
Izalpinin 5318691 Click to see COC1=CC(=C2C(=C1)OC(=C(C2=O)O)C3=CC=CC=C3)O 284.26 unknown via CMAUP database
Kaempferide 5281666 Click to see 300.26 unknown via CMAUP database
Kaempferol-7,4'-dimethyl ether 5378823 Click to see 314.29 unknown via CMAUP database
> Phenylpropanoids and polyketides / Flavonoids / O-methylated flavonoids / 7-O-methylated flavonoids
Tectochrysin 5281954 Click to see 268.26 unknown via CMAUP database

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