Centaurea kerneriana subsp. kerneriana
Centaurea kerneriana subsp. kerneriana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Centaurea kerneriania subsp. kernerianana, is a specialized botanical subspecies valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Often found in specific ecological niches, this medicinal plant holds significant potential in traditional healing practices, offering bioactive compounds that researchers are currently investigating for their therapeutic and pharmacological properties.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Centaurea kerneriana subsp. kernerianaTaxonomical 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 Asterales, falling into the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Centaurea, specifically as the subspecies Centaurea kerneriana subsp. kernerianana.
| 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 has a very restricted and specific geographical range within the natural world. It is found exclusively in the region of Southeastern Europe. Specifically, its presence is documented only within the borders of Bulgaria. This limited distribution suggests that the subspecies is endemic to this particular area. Consequently, the survival of this medicinal plant depends heavily on the ecological stability of its Bulgarian habitat.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Centaurea kerneriana subsp. kerneriana has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibiotic
- Scientific reports