Bupleurum fruticescens
Bupleurum fruticescens, commonly known as Golden Thread, is a resilient perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Characterized by its bright yellow umbels, this plant contains bioactive compounds like saikosaponins. It is widely studied for its potent anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and immunomodulatory properties, offering significant potential in holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Bupleurum fruticescens
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apiaceae and falls under the genus Bupleurum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bupleurum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Bupleurum fruticescens, is recognized by several specific regional and botanical common names depending on its variety. In Catalan, it is referred to as fenoll de llop, while in Spanish, different varieties are identified by their distinct botanical classifications, including Bupleurum ranunculoides var. provinciale, Bupleurum ranunculoides var. cebennense, Bupleurum ranunculoides var. aricense, and Bupleurum ramosum.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ca | fenoll de llop | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum ranunculoides var. provinciale | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum ranunculoides var. cebennense | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum ranunculoides var. aricense | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum ramosum | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum laricense | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum caricinum | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum brasianum | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum aricense | Wikidata |
| es | Bupleurum telonense | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range within the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence can be documented in Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean region, it is also found in Southwestern Europe. Specifically, the species is known to grow within the territory of Spain. Therefore, its distribution spans from central regions to the southern reaches of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bupleurum fruticescens, is valued for its various therapeutic components, but one of its most significant medicinal constituents is the essential oil. Extracted primarily from the aromatic plant parts, this essential oil contains complex volatile compounds that contribute to the plant's overall pharmacological profile. The presence of this essential oil is central to the plant's traditional use, as its chemical makeup provides the distinct scent and the bioactive properties necessary for its medicinal applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bupleurum fruticescens has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alpha-pinene, beta-caryophyllene.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alpha-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |