Betonica macrantha
Betonica macrantha, commonly known as the Large-flowered Betonica, is a remarkable medicinal herb valued for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its vibrant blooms, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine to address various ailments, offering natural remedies that support holistic wellness and serve as a vital botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Betonica macrantha
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Betonica macrantha, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Betonica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Betonica | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Betonica macrantha, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Germany, it is called Großblütige Betonie, while in Russia, it is known as Буквица крупноцветковая. In Finland, the species is identified as jalopähkämö, and in Turkey, it is commonly called Koca soğulcan. Additionally, in Sweden, it is referred to as Praktbetonika.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Großblütige Betonie | Wikidata |
| ru | Буквица крупноцветковая | Wikidata |
| fi | jalopähkämö | Wikidata |
| tr | Koca soğulcan | Wikidata |
| sv | Praktbetonika | Wikidata |
| az | İriçiçəkli mərcanotu | Wikidata |
| cs | čistec velkokvětý | Wikidata |
| et | suureõieline tõnnike | Wikidata |
| zh | 大花新风轮菜 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide range of presence across several distinct regions of the Eurasian continent. In Middle Europe, its distribution is noted within the borders of Germany. Moving toward the east, it can be found extending into North European Russia. The species also inhabits the Caucasus region, specifically appearing in both the North Caucasus and the Transcaucasus. Finally, its geographical reach extends into Western Asia, where it is documented in Iran.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | North European Russia | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New York | WCVP |
Chemicals
Betonica macrantha has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caryophyllene, catechin, humulene, oleuropein, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| humulene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleuropein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Betonica macrantha has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |