Carduus cephalanthus
Carduus cephalanthus, commonly known as the Cephalanthus thistle, is a unique medicinal plant native to specific regions. Valued in traditional herbalism, it possesses distinct botanical characteristics. This species is often studied for its potential therapeutic properties, offering intriguing insights into the diverse pharmacological possibilities found within the thistle family.
- Scientific name: Carduus cephalanthus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Following the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Carduus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Carduus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several Mediterranean regions. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing on the islands of Corse and Sardegna. Its presence extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically within Italy and Sicilia. Additionally, the species reaches into Northern Africa, where it is located in Algeria. These diverse locations highlight the plant's preference for the Mediterranean climate zone.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Carduus cephalanthus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |