Achillea talagonica
Achillea talagonica, commonly known as a unique member of the Asteraceae family, is a medicinal herb native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this plant possesses bioactive compounds used in traditional medicine to address various ailments, offering significant pharmacological interest for modern holistic healing practices.
- Scientific name: Achillea talagonica
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is further identified by the genus Achillea, specifically as the species Achillea talagonica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Achillea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Achillea talagonica, is identified by its specific common name in Persian as بومادران طالقانی (fa).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | بومادران طالقانی | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Achillea talagonica, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, documented occurrences of this species are found within the borders of Iran. Due to this narrow habitat, it is considered an endemic element of the local flora in that area. Understanding this localized presence is essential for studying its ecological requirements and conservation needs.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea talagonica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea talagonica has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, fever, redroot pigweed.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| redroot pigweed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |