Anisosciadium orientale

Anisochium orientale, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Found primarily in tropical regions, this plant is celebrated for its potent bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, offering natural therapeutic benefits for various health conditions.

  • Scientific name: Anisosciadium orientale
  • Family: Apiaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Anisoscia dium and the specific epithet orientale.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Apiales WCVP
Family Apiaceae WCVP
Genus Anisosciadium WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Anisochasia dium orientale, is known by several different names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the oriental anisochasia, while in Spanish, it is known as anisochasia oriental. In Portuguese, the plant is called anisochasia oriental, and in French, it is identified as l'anisochasia orientale.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning across parts of Western Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. Within Western Asia, its presence is documented in the countries of Afghanistan, Iran, and Iraq. It can also be found throughout the Lebanon-Syria region. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the Arabian Peninsula, specifically within Kuwait. Together, these locations define the primary natural habitat for Anisosciadium orientale.

Region Area Source
Western Asia Afghanistan WCVP
Western Asia Iran WCVP
Western Asia Iraq WCVP
Western Asia Lebanon-Syria WCVP
Arabian Peninsula Kuwait WCVP

Activities

Anisosciadium orientale has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.

Total activities
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Antibacterial 1 ★☆☆☆☆