Cyclotrichium leucotrichum
Cyclotrichium leucotrichum, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, is highly valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Research highlights its bioactive compounds, which contribute to its diverse pharmacological applications, making it a subject of great botanical interest.
- Scientific name: Cyclotrichium leucotrichum
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically within the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Cyclotrichium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cyclotrichium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cyclotrichium leucotrichum, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as white-haired cyclotrichium. In Spanish, it is known as cyclotrichium de pelo blanco, while in Portuguese, it is called cyclotrichium de pelo branco. In French, the plant is identified as cyclotrichium à poils blancs.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Cyclotrichium leucotrichum, exhibits a specific distribution across the Western Asian region. It can be found growing naturally within the borders of Iran. Furthermore, its presence extends into the territories of Iraq. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of Türkiye. These three countries represent the primary geographical range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cyclotrichium leucotrichum, is primarily valued for its chemical constituents found within its plant parts, most notably the essential oil. This volatile oil, which can be extracted from the plant material, contains the bioactive compounds responsible for its diverse therapeutic properties and aromatic qualities. The presence and concentration of this essential oil are central to the plant's medicinal application in various traditional practices.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cyclotrichium leucotrichum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-cineol, E-caryophyllene, elemol, hinesol, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-cineol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| E-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| elemol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hinesol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |