Carduus cephalanthus
Carduus cephalanthus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Carduus cephalanthus, is a remarkable medicinal herb belonging to the thistle family. Native to specific mountainous regions, it is valued in traditional medicine for its potent bioactive compounds. This plant offers unique therapeutic potential, particularly in supporting digestive health and addressing various inflammatory conditions naturally.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Carduus Congestus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Carduus cephalanthusSynonyms
- Carduus congestus
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Chardon aggloméré
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Carduus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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 |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Carduus cephalanthus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)