Helen of Troy foxglove
Digitalis lanata subsp. trojana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Helen of Troy foxglove, scientifically known as Digitalis lanaata subsp. trojana, is a rare, enchanting perennial endemic to specific regions of Turkey. Renowned for its striking bell-shaped blooms, this subspecies holds significant botanical interest due to its unique chemical profile and its potential medicinal properties within the Digitalis genus.
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Helen Of Troy Foxglove
- Scientific synonyms
- Digitalis Cariensis Subsp. Trojana · Digitalis Trojana
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Helen of Troy foxglove
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Digitalis lanata subsp. trojanaSynonyms
- Digitalis cariensis subsp. trojana
- Digitalis trojana
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Plantaginaea. Finally, it is identified as a member of the genus Digitalis, specifically the subspecies Digitalis lanata subsp. trojana.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Digitalis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specific subspecies characterized by its unique regional presence. Its geographical distribution is notably restricted to a very specific part of the world. Specifically, this medicinal species can be found within the region of Western Asia. Within this broad area, it is endemic to the country of Türkiye. Consequently, its natural habitat is confined to the distinct landscapes found in this single nation.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Digitalis lanata subsp. trojana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATALASE, Cardenolides, Superoxide dismutase, proline.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CATALASE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardenolides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Superoxide dismutase | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CATALASE
- Plant physiology and biochemistry : PPB
Cardenolides
- Plant physiology and biochemistry : PPB
Superoxide dismutase
- Plant physiology and biochemistry : PPB
proline
- Plant physiology and biochemistry : PPB