Jaborandi from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Pilocarpus pinnatifolius

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The digital rendition of the Jaborandi, scientifically referred to as Pilocarpus pinnatifolius or Pilocarpus jaborandi, is a remarkable illustration sourced from Köhlers Medicinal Plants, or Köhlers Medizinal Pflanzen in its original language. This drawing dates back to approximately 1887, making it a valuable piece of historical botanical art.

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Pilocarpus pinnatifolius, commonly known as Jaborandi, is a plant species native to South America. It is highly valued for its medicinal properties, particularly its leaves which contain the alkaloid pilocarpine. Pilocarpus pinnatifolius has been traditionally used to treat a range of conditions including dry mouth, glaucoma, and asthma. The plant’s pharmacological activities are also being studied in contemporary medicine owing to its unique anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Additionally, research shows that this plant exhibits potent antimicrobial activity making it useful for treating various bacterial infections. The commercial importance of Pilocarpus pinnatifolius stems from its use in the pharmaceutical industry for producing pilocarpine-containing drugs used in the treatment of eye disorders and other medical conditions such as xerostomia. However, despite several attempts made towards cultivation of this important medicinal species, more efforts must be made towards breeding resistant cultivars to enhance its commercial success in contemporary medicine while simultaneously reducing the pressure on wild populations through conservation measures.