Autoria: ALMEIDA, V. P. de; TOLOUEI, S. E. L.; KLINDER, L. M.; MARQUES, A. A. M.; MORENO, K. G. T.; FARIAS, K. S.; BONFIM, I.; LOURENÇO, E. L. B.; HEIDEN, G.; MINTEGUIAGA, M.; FARAGO, P. V.; SILVA, D. B.; GASPAROTTO JUNIOR, A.; MANFRON, J.

Resumo: Ethnopharmacological relevance: Baccharis dracunculifolia DC. (Asteraceae) is an aromatic and medicinal species that is native to Brazil and other South American countries. It is popularly known as “alecrim-do-campo”, “alecrimde-vassoura”, and “vassourinha”, being used as infusions for various ailments. Moreover, in Brazil, this species is commonly utilized for treating cardiovascular disorders. Despite its common use , there is no evidence in the literature demonstrating the effects of B. dracunculifolia leaves on the cardiovascular system.

Ano de publicação: 2025

Tipo de publicação: Artigo de periódico

Unidade: Embrapa Clima Temperado

Palavras-chave: Asteraceae, Baccharis dracunculifolia, Diuresis, Fitoterapia, Flavonoids, Flavonóide, Hypertension, Medicinal plants, Monoterpenos, Natural products, Planta Medicinal, Pressão Arterial, Recurso Natural, Saúde, Vassourinha