Armeria rouyana
Armeria rouyana, commonly known as a unique member of the thrift family, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its therapeutic potential. Native to specific ecological niches, this species offers fascinating phytochemical properties. Exploring its traditional uses and biochemical composition provides vital insights into natural healing and botanical research.
- Scientific name: Armeria rouyana
- Family: Plumbaginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales and the family Plumbaginaceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Armeria. As a member of this genus, Armeria rouyana represents a distinct medicinal species within its taxonomic hierarchy.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Plumbaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Armeria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Armeria rouyana, is identified by various regional monikers depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Rouyana thrift, while in Spanish, it is known as la armeria de Rouyana. In Portuguese, the species is called arméria de Rouyana, and in French, it is identified as l'armérie de Rouyana.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically localized within a very restricted geographical range. It is native to the region of Southwestern Europe. Within this part of the continent, its presence is documented in Portugal. Because of this limited distribution, the species is considered to have a highly specific habitat requirement. Consequently, finding this medicinal plant requires searching within these precise territorial boundaries.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Armeria rouyana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, l-ascorbic acid, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| l-ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |