Alchemilla caucasica
Alchemilla caucasica, commonly known as Caucasian Lady's Mantle, is a perennial herb native to mountainous regions. Valued in traditional medicine, it contains tannins and flavonoids known for astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. Often used to support hormonal balance and skin health, this resilient plant remains a significant botanical treasure.
- Scientific name: Alchemilla caucasica
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its classification through the subclass Magnoliidae and order Rosales, it is a member of the Rosaceae family. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Alchemilla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alchemilla | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Alchemilla caucasica, is referred to by the common name پای شیر قفقازی in Persian (fa).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | پای شیر قفقازی | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the rugged landscapes of the Caucasus region. Within this area, it is specifically found inhabiting the Transcaucasus territories. Its geographical range also extends into the western portion of Asia. In this part of the world, it can be located within the borders of Türkiye. Consequently, its natural habitat is closely tied to these specific mountainous and western Asian environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Alchemilla caucasica, is primarily utilized in herbal applications through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures include the leaves, stems, and flowering inflorescences, which contain the concentrated bioactive compounds required for its medicinal properties. When collecting the plant for therapeutic use, the aerial parts are typically harvested to ensure that the essential phytochemicals found in the foliage and blooms are captured.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Alchemilla caucasica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin-3-O-glucuronide, apigenin, catechin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin-3-O-glucuronide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Alchemilla caucasica has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |