Cistus umbellatus subsp. micranthus
Cistus umbellatus subsp. micranthus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Cistus umbellatus subsp. micranthus, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this subspecies is utilized in traditional healing practices to address various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential is essential for exploring its ethnobotanical significance.
- Family
- Cistaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Halimium Voldii
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cistus umbellatus subsp. micranthusSynonyms
- Halimium voldii
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical 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 Malvales, falling into the family Cistaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Cistus, specifically as the subspecies umbellatus micranthus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Cistaceae |
| Genus | Cistus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range within the natural world. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in the region of Southeastern Europe. Specifically, the subspecies micrantus can be found growing in the landscape of Greece. Because its habitat is so localized, it does not occur widely across other continents. This narrow presence makes it a distinct botanical feature of the Greek territory.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Cistus umbellatus subsp. micranthus has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caryophyllene oxide, DODECANE, Manoyl oxide, NONANAL, THYMOL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Caryophyllene oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| DODECANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Manoyl oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NONANAL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| THYMOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Z-caryophyllene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Eudesmol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gamma-Muurolene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Caryophyllene oxide
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
DODECANE
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
Manoyl oxide
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
NONANAL
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
THYMOL
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
Z-caryophyllene
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
beta-Eudesmol
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
gamma-Muurolene
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences