Cichorium pumilum
Cichorium pumilum, commonly known as small chicory, is a resilient herbaceous plant native to various temperate regions. Valued in traditional herbalism, it possesses significant therapeutic potential. Rich in bioactive compounds, this species is studied for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits, offering a natural approach to supporting holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Cichorium pumilum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Cichorium pumilum, 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 situated in the genus Cichorium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cichorium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cichorium pumilum, is recognized by various local names across different languages and regions. In Persian, it is referred to as کاسنی دشتی, while in Bulgarian, it is called Дива цикория. In Finnish, the species is known as kääpiöendiivi, and in Arabic, it is identified as هندباء قزمة. Additionally, in Hebrew, it is commonly known as עולש מצוי.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | کاسنی دشتی | Wikidata |
| bg | Дива цикория | Wikidata |
| fi | kääpiöendiivi | Wikidata |
| ar | هندباء قزمة | Wikidata |
| he | עולש מצוי | Wikidata |
| sd | جھنگ ڪاسني | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Belgium and Germany. Its distribution also extends further east into the territory of Poland. Additionally, the species is located within the mountainous landscapes of Switzerland. Finally, its range reaches the Mediterranean area of Southwestern Europe, specifically on the Baleares islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cichorium pumilum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid, coumarins, flavonoids, steroids, triterpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cichorium pumilum has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic, gallstones, gastroenteritis, wounds.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallstones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastroenteritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |