Centaurea amanicola
Centaurea amanicola · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Centaurea amanicola, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this species offers significant potential in traditional healing practices. Research into its bioactive compounds continues to explore its therapeutic applications in supporting overall wellness and holistic health.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Centaurea amanicolaSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Centaurea amanicola, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and the genus Centaurea.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Centaurea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Centaurea amanicola, possesses a highly specific and localized geographical range. Its presence is documented within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species is found growing in the natural landscapes of Türkiye. This limited distribution suggests that the plant may be endemic to certain ecological niches within that country. Consequently, researchers focusing on its habitat must concentrate their studies within these particular Turkish territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Centaurea amanicola has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include METHYL LINOLEATE, Methyl hexadecanoate.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| METHYL LINOLEATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methyl hexadecanoate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
METHYL LINOLEATE
- Natural product research
Methyl hexadecanoate
- Natural product research
Activities
Centaurea amanicola has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Genotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antidiabetic
- Natural product research
Antimicrobial
- Natural product research
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
Genotoxic
- Natural product research
Preparations
Centaurea amanicola has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Methanol extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanol extracts
- Natural product research