Daphne oleoides
Daphne oleoides, commonly known as the Oleander Daphne, is a resilient shrub native to various Asian regions. Renowned for its fragrant, delicate blossoms, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditional medicine utilizes its components to treat diverse ailments, though careful handling is essential due to its inherent toxicity.
- Scientific name: Daphne oleoides
- Family: Thymelaeaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malvales, it is further organized into the family Thymelaeaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identification falls under the genus Daphne.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Daphne | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct distribution across several regions of Southern and Southeastern Europe. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the islands of Corse and Sardegna. Its presence is also well-documented throughout the mainland territory of Spain. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species extends its range into the country of Albania. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the Balkan nation of Bulgaria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Daphne oleoides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Daphne oleoides has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Daphne oleoides has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lung injury | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pulmonary fibrosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |