Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleus
Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleus, is a resilient biennial herb belonging to the thistle family. Widely recognized for its striking purple blooms, this plant holds significant traditional value. It is frequently utilized in herbal medicine for its potent antioxidant properties and its ability to support liver health.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cnicus Armatus · Carduus Tmoleus Subsp. Armatus · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleusSynonyms
- Cnicus armatus
- Carduus tmoleus subsp. armatus
- Carduus armatus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Carduus as the subspecies tmoleus.
| 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 geographical distribution concentrated within the Mediterranean and surrounding regions. In Southeastern Europe, it can be found growing in the territories of Albania and Bulgaria. Its presence extends further south into the landscape of Greece. Additionally, the species is distributed within Western Asia, specifically throughout Türkiye. These locations define the primary natural range for this particular subspecies.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, luteolin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
apigenin
- Pharmacognosy magazine
luteolin
- Pharmacognosy magazine
Preparations
Carduus tmoleus subsp. tmoleus has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Extracts
- Pharmacognosy magazine