Actaea spicata
Actaea spicata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (25 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Actaea spicata, scientifically known as Actaea spicata, is a perennial herb native to North America, commonly called Black Cohosh. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this plant's rhizomes are frequently utilized to support hormonal balance and alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, offering a natural approach to women's reproductive health.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Actaea spicataDistribution
This plant, known as Actaea spicata, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several Northern European regions. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark and Finland. Furthermore, its presence extends to the landscapes of Great Britain. The species is also well-documented throughout the territories of Norway. Finally, it completes its regional range by inhabiting various parts of Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Actaea spicata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Protoanemonin, trans-Aconitic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Protoanemonin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trans-Aconitic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Protoanemonin
- Dr. Duke
trans-Aconitic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Actaea spicata has 23 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antibiotic, Antifeedant, Antileukemic, Antimitotic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibiotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimitotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimutagenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |