Ajuga chamaepitys
Ajuga chamaepitys · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ajuga chamaepitys, is a perennial herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. Commonly called bugleweed, this plant features distinctive whorls of small, tubular flowers. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, it possesses various bioactive properties, often studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant therapeutic effects.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ajuga chamaepitysDistribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found growing in the landscapes of Belgium and Germany. It also occupies territories within the Central European regions of Austria. Furthermore, the distribution extends through the Czechia-Slovakia area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ajuga chamaepitys has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include AJUGAPITIN, Ajugalactone, CHAMAEPITIN, Cyasterone, Makisterone A.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AJUGAPITIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ajugalactone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHAMAEPITIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cyasterone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Makisterone A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Makisterone B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Ecdysone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
AJUGAPITIN
- Dr. Duke
Ajugalactone
- Dr. Duke
CHAMAEPITIN
- Dr. Duke
Cyasterone
- Dr. Duke
Makisterone A
- Dr. Duke
Makisterone B
- Dr. Duke
beta-Ecdysone
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Ajuga chamaepitys has 7 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anabolic, Antigonadotrophic, Hypocholesterolemic, Juvabional, Lipolytic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anabolic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antigonadotrophic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypocholesterolemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Juvabional | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lipolytic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pesticide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Proteinogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |