Angelica glauca
Angelica glauca, commonly known as glaucous angelica, is a perennial herb native to high-altitude regions. Valued in traditional medicine, this botanical species is recognized for its aromatic properties and bioactive compounds. It serves as a vital subject in ethnobotanical studies, highlighting the diverse therapeutic potential of alpine flora.
- Scientific name: Angelica glauca
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic placement identifies it under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the Apiaceae family within the genus Angelica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Angelica | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several high-altitude regions. In Western Asia, it can be found growing within the borders of Afghanistan. Its range extends into China, specifically inhabiting the plateau of Tibet. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the species is located in Pakistan. Additionally, the plant is distributed throughout the West Himalaya region of the Indian Subcontinent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Angelica glauca has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, tannins, (Z)-ligustilide, 6,7-dimethoxycoumarin, beta-phellandrene.
- Total chemicals
- 20
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (Z)-ligustilide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6,7-dimethoxycoumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-phellandrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carotenoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ligustilide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Angelica glauca has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Expectorant.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diaphoretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Expectorant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Angelica glauca has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, breast cancer, bronchitis, cold, gastric ulcer.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cold | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| necrosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory tract infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |