Dianthus sylvestris aristidis
Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dianthus sylvestris aristidis, scientifically known as Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis, is a rare botanical treasure valued for its unique morphological features and potential therapeutic properties. Often found in specialized habitats, this subspecies offers intriguing possibilities for ethnobotanical research, specifically regarding its bioactive compounds and traditional medicinal applications.
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Dianthus Sylvestris Aristidis
- Scientific synonyms
- Dianthus Aristidis · Dianthus Caryophyllus Subsp. Aristidis
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Dianthus sylvestris aristidis
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidisSynonyms
- Dianthus aristidis
- Dianthus caryophyllus subsp. aristidis
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Caryophyllaceae and falls under the genus Dianthus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specific subspecies with a very limited and specialized range. Its geographical distribution is highly restricted to the North African continent. Specifically, the occurrence of Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis is documented within the borders of Algeria. Because it is found only in this particular region, it can be considered an endemic species to that area. Such a narrow habitat suggests that the plant is uniquely adapted to the local environmental conditions of Algeria.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
Chemicals
Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
Dianthus sylvestris subsp. aristidis has 4 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include MeOH extract, butanolic (n-BuOH) extracts, ethyl acetate (EtOAc) extracts, hydromethanolic (HMeOH) leaf extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Meoh extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Butanolic (n-buoh) extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl acetate (etoac) extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hydromethanolic (hmeoh) leaf extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Meoh extract
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
Butanolic (n-buoh) extracts
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
Ethyl acetate (etoac) extracts
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
Hydromethanolic (hmeoh) leaf extract
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)