Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium

Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium, is the botanical source of bitter orange. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant offers potent bioactive compounds like hesperidin. Often used to support metabolic health and manage stress, it serves as a vital cornerstone in herbal pharmacology and natural wellness therapies.

Family
Rutaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Aurantium × Myrtifolium · Aurantium × Sinense · 219 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae, it is classified under the genus Citrus. Its specific taxonomic designation is Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Sapindales
Family Rutaceae
Genus Citrus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several Mediterranean regions. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is well-documented in both Portugal and Spain. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species can be found growing in Albania. It also maintains a significant presence within the territory of Italy. Finally, its range extends into Northern Africa, specifically within the borders of Algeria.

Region Area
Southwestern Europe Portugal
Southwestern Europe Spain
Southeastern Europe Albania
Southeastern Europe Italy
Northern Africa Algeria
Northern Africa Egypt
Northern Africa Libya
Northern Africa Morocco
Northern Africa Tunisia
Macaronesia Canary Is.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-Limonene, benzethonium chloride, kaempferol.

Chemicals reported in Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
D-Limonene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
benzethonium chloride 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

D-Limonene

  1. Heliyon

benzethonium chloride

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis

kaempferol

  1. Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets