Colchicum sanguicolle
Colchicum sanguicolle, commonly known as a rare member of the Colchicaceae family, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to specific ecological niches. Characterized by its unique floral structures, it contains bioactive alkaloids. While primarily studied for its phytochemical properties, its traditional uses highlight its significant role in ethnobotany.
- Scientific name: Colchicum sanguicolle
- Family: Colchicaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Liliales, it is classified under the family Colchicaceae. Finally, it is specifically identified by the genus Colchicum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Colchicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Colchicum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Colchicum sanguicolle, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is often referred to as the blood-colored colchicum, a name that reflects its distinctive appearance. In French, it is called colchique sanguicolle, and in Spanish, it is known as colchica sanguicolle. Furthermore, in Italian, the plant is called colchico sanguicolle.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Colchicum sanguicolle, possesses a very specific and localized geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily confined to the regions of Western Asia. Within this vast area, the species is specifically documented to grow in Türkiye. Because its distribution is so restricted, it is considered an endemic element of the Turkish flora. Consequently, understanding its precise ecological niche in this specific country is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Activities
Colchicum sanguicolle has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Colchicum sanguicolle has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cervical cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cervical cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |