Chamaeleon gummifer
Chamaeleon gummifer, commonly known as the Chameleon plant, is a remarkable medicinal herb prized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to support holistic wellness, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional remedies to promote healing, balance bodily functions, and enhance overall vitality through its potent compounds.
- Scientific name: Chamaeleon gummifer
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is specifically categorized under the genus Chamaeleon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chamaeleon | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Chamaeleon gummifer, is known by various names across different regions and languages. In English, it is frequently referred to as chameleon plant or chameleon gum, while in German, it is commonly called Chamäleonpflanze. In French, the species is known as plante caméléon, and in Spanish, it is referred to as planta camaleón.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within the Mediterranean basin. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the territories of Portugal and Spain. Its presence also extends to the islands of Corse and Sardegna. Additionally, the species is located within Southeastern Europe, specifically in Greece. These diverse locations highlight its characteristic preference for the southwestern and southeastern Mediterranean landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Chamaeleon gummifer, is a medicinal herb where the primary part utilized for therapeutic purposes is the roots. These roots are highly valued in traditional medicine for their specific chemical properties and are often processed to extract active compounds used in various healing applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chamaeleon gummifer has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Chamaeleon gummifer has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include skin diseases.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |