Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi
Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi, commonly known as a rare subspecies of yarrow, is a specialized medicinal plant native to specific Mediterranean habitats. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, it holds significant ethnobotanical value. Research into its bioactive compounds continues to explore potential therapeutic applications in traditional and modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Achillea as the subspecies Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi.
| 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 is primarily distributed across specific regions within Western Asia. Its natural habitat includes the coastal and mountainous areas of Lebanon and Syria. Furthermore, the species can be found growing within the borders of Türkiye. This restricted range highlights its localized presence in the Eastern Mediterranean landscape. Consequently, its geographical footprint is confined to these particular territories in Western Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, hesperidin, hyperoside.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hesperidin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea kotschyi subsp. kotschyi has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wound healing.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |