Colchicum szovitsii subsp. brachyphyllum
Colchicum szovitsii subsp. brachyphyllum, commonly known as a rare subspecies of autumn crocus, is a distinguished medicinal plant found in specific Asian habitats. Valued for its unique phytochemical profile, it contains bioactive alkaloids similar to colchicine, offering significant pharmacological potential in treating inflammatory conditions and various metabolic disorders.
- Scientific name: Colchicum szovitsii subsp. brachyphyllum
- Family: Colchicaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Liliales, it is a member of the family Colchicaceae. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Colchicum as the subspecies brachyphyllum.
| 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 szovittsii subsp. brachyphyllum, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the short-leaved autumn crocus, while in Hungarian, it is known as a rövidlevelű kikeletcsillag.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is geographically distributed across several key regions within Western Asia. Its presence can be documented throughout the territories of Lebanon and Syria. Furthermore, it inhabits specific areas within Palestine. The species also extends its range into the country of Türkiye. These locations collectively define the natural habitat for this particular subspecies.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |