Chrysanthemum × morifolium
Chrysanthemum × morifoliuum, commonly known as the medicinal chrysanthemum, is a versatile flowering plant prized in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its cooling properties, it is frequently used to alleviate inflammation, reduce fever, and support eye health. Its fragrant blooms offer both therapeutic benefits and significant aesthetic value.
- Scientific name: Chrysanthemum × morifolium
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae, it is classified under the genus Chrysanthemum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chrysanthemum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range that spans multiple continents and climatic zones. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Germany. Its distribution extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically throughout Italy. The species also reaches into Northern Africa, with documented presence in Tunisia. Finally, in Asia, it is located in South-Central China as well as on the island of Hainan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Chrysanthemum × morifolium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Chrysanthemum × morifolium has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include passive cutaneous anaphylaxis, type I hypersensitivity.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| passive cutaneous anaphylaxis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| type I hypersensitivity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |