Alkanna tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpa
Alkanna tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Alkanna tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpa, is a distinctive botanical variety prized for its intense pigment-producing properties. Renowned for its deep red roots, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in herbalism for its soothing applications, offering unique bioactive compounds valued in both historical remedies and natural cosmetics.
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Alkanna Subleiocarpa
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alkanna tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpaSynonyms
- Alkanna subleiocarpa
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Alkannetia tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. It is further identified by its genus, Alkannetia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Alkanna |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and limited geographical distribution within the Western Asia region. It is primarily documented to grow across the various islands of the East Aegean. Furthermore, its presence is well-established within the borders of Türkiye. These specific locations define the natural habitat where the subspecies can be found. Consequently, its range is concentrated within these particular Mediterranean and Anatolian territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | East Aegean Is. |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Alkanna tinctoria subsp. subleiocarpa has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Analgesic
- Parasitology research
Antipyretic
- Parasitology research