Achillea atrata
Achillea atrata, commonly known as the dark yarrow, is a perennial herb distinguished by its deep green foliage and delicate white flower clusters. Native to mountainous regions, this resilient plant belongs to the Asteraceae family and is valued in traditional herbalism for its potential therapeutic and medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Achillea atrata
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the family Asteraceae. Its taxonomic identity is further specified under the genus Achillea, known as Achillea atrata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Achillea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Its range extends further west into Southwestern Europe, specifically inhabiting parts of France. Additionally, the species is present in Southeastern Europe within the country of Italy. Together, these locations highlight the specific mountainous and temperate habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea atrata has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, centaureidin, nevadensin, syringetin-3-O-glucoside.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| centaureidin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nevadensin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringetin-3-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea atrata has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus epidermidis, acne vulgaris.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Propionibacterium acnes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus epidermidis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acne vulgaris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |