Allium hooshidaryae
Allium hooshidaryae, commonly known as a rare medicinal wild onion, is a botanical treasure valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Found in specific high-altitude habitats, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to explore new applications in traditional medicine and modern pharmacological developments.
- Scientific name: Allium hooshidaryae
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Allium hooshidaryae, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asparagales and the family Amaryllidaceae. Its taxonomic hierarchy concludes with its placement in the genus Allium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Allium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is specifically known to inhabit the unique landscapes of Western Asia. Within this expansive region, its presence is primarily documented in the country of Iran. The geographical range of Allium hooshidaryae appears to be quite restricted to these particular territories. Consequently, researchers focusing on its habitat must direct their attention toward the Iranian plateau. Understanding this localized distribution is essential for the ongoing conservation of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Allium hooshidaryae has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dimethyl disulfide, carvacrol, dimethyl disulfide, menthol, menthone.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl disulfide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carvacrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dimethyl disulfide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| menthol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| menthone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thymol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Allium hooshidaryae has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Allium hooshidaryae has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida albicans.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |