honewort
Cryptotaenia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Honewort, scientifically known as Cryptotaenia, is a fascinating medicinal plant prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various herbal practices, this botanical treasure offers diverse health benefits, ranging from anti-inflammatory effects to restorative healing. Exploring its biological characteristics reveals much about its significant role in natural medicine.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Honewort · Honeworts
- Scientific synonyms
- Myrrha · Mesodiscus · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- honewort
- honeworts
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CryptotaeniaSynonyms
- Myrrha
- Mesodiscus
- Deringa
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Cryptotaenia japonica
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. It is further identified by the genus Cryptotaenia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Cryptotaenia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across multiple continents and climatic zones. In Middle Europe, its presence is documented specifically within Austria. Moving to West Tropical Africa, it can be found growing in Nigeria. The species also extends into West-Central Tropical Africa, where it inhabits both Burundi and Cameroon. Furthermore, its range includes the tropical environments of the Gulf of Guinea Islands.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Cryptotaenia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Volatile oil.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Volatile oil | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Volatile oil
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica