Dictamnus
Dictamnus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dictamnus, is a genus of perennial shrubs prized in traditional herbalism. Often called the "Burning Bush" due to its aromatic, flammable oils, this plant offers diverse medicinal properties. It is frequently studied for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential anti-cancer activities in various therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Fraxinella
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
DictamnusSynonyms
- Fraxinella
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Diptam
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. It is ultimately identified by its genus, Dictamnus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Dictamnus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution focused primarily within the region of Middle Europe. It can be found growing across the landscapes of Austria and Germany. Furthermore, the species is present throughout the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Its range also extends into the country of Hungary. Finally, the distribution includes the nation of Poland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Dictamnus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Flavonoids, Sesquiterpenes, Steroids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Coumarins
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Flavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Sesquiterpenes
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Steroids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Activities
Dictamnus has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic, Neuroprotective.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Cytotoxic
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Neuroprotective
- Journal of ethnopharmacology