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field aster

Aster yomena · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Field aster, scientifically known as Aster yomena, is a resilient medicinal herb native to the arid landscapes of the Middle East. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat various ailments, offering significant pharmacological potential in managing inflammation and supporting overall holistic wellness through nature.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Kalimeris Incisa Var. Yomena · Kalimeris Yomena

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aster yomena

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is further identified by its genus, Aster, and its specific species name, yomena.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asterales
Family Asteraceae
Genus Aster

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Aster yomena, exhibits a specific geographical range within the region of Eastern Asia. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the island nation of Japan. Additionally, the species can be found growing across the Korean Peninsula. These two locations represent the primary areas where the plant is distributed in the wild. Consequently, its presence is limited to these specific East Asian territories.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Aster yomena is characterized by a growth form classified as a herb, which distinguishes its structural development from more permanent woody structures. In terms of its physical composition, the plant exhibits a non-woody nature, lacking the lignified tissue typically found in shrubs or trees. This herbaceous habit implies a relatively soft, succulent, or flexible stem structure that typically lacks significant secondary thickening.

Growth form :
herb
Woodiness :
non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Aster yomena has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoquercitrin.

Chemicals reported in Aster yomena
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Isoquercitrin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Isoquercitrin

  1. Biochimica et biophysica acta

Conditions

Aster yomena has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include thrombosis.

Conditions investigated for Aster yomena
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Thrombosis 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Thrombosis

  1. Journal of bioscience and bioengineering

Preparations

Aster yomena has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extracts, traditional medicinal herb.

Preparations reported for Aster yomena
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Traditional medicinal herb 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extracts

  1. BioFactors (Oxford, England)

Traditional medicinal herb

  1. Biochimica et biophysica acta