Bilacunaria scabra
Bilacunaria scabra · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Bilacunaaria scabra, scientifically known as Bilacunaaria scabra, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cachrys Scabra · Hippomarathrum Scabrum · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Bilacunaria scabraSynonyms
- Cachrys scabra
- Hippomarathrum scabrum
- Ferulago scabra
- Ferula scabra
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Bilacunaria scabra, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apiaceae and is categorized under the genus Bilacunaria.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Bilacunaria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the Western Asia region. Its distribution begins in the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, where it can be found in local habitats. The species also extends across the mainland to include parts of Iraq. Furthermore, it is documented throughout the coastal and inland areas of the Lebanon-Syria border. Finally, the plant's presence is confirmed within the diverse landscapes of Türkiye.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Cyprus |
| Western Asia | Iraq |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Bilacunaria scabra has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5-O-Caffeoylquinic acid, RUTIN.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 5-O-Caffeoylquinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
5-O-Caffeoylquinic acid
- Journal of separation science
RUTIN
- Journal of separation science
Activities
Bilacunaria scabra has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticancer
- Journal of separation science
Antioxidant
- Journal of separation science
Cytotoxic
- Journal of separation science