Alternanthera
Alternanthera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Alternanthera, is a diverse genus of herbaceous plants widely recognized for their vibrant, ornamental foliage. Beyond their aesthetic appeal in gardens, many species hold significant medicinal value in traditional practices, offering therapeutic properties used to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to digestive issues.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AlternantheraDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several European regions. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing in both Belgium and Germany. Moving toward the southern part of the continent, the species is well-established in Southwestern Europe. Within this area, its presence is noted in France and the island of Sardegna. Finally, the plant also inhabits the landscapes of Spain.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Egypt |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Alternanthera has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Preparations
Alternanthera has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Aqueous or ethanol extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aqueous or ethanol extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aqueous or ethanol extracts
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology