Dracocephalum multicaule
Dracocephalum multicaule, commonly known as multi-stemmed dragonhead, is a resilient perennial herb native to high-altitude regions. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, this aromatic plant is prized for its medicinal properties. It contains essential oils and bioactive compounds used traditionally to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and various respiratory ailments.
- Scientific name: Dracocephalum multicaule
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Lamiales, and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Dracocephalum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dracocephalum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Dracocephalum multicaule, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as multi-stemmed dragonhead, while in Chinese, it is known as 蓱草 (yīng cǎo).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Western Asia and the Caucasus. Within the Caucasus region, its presence is noted in both the North Caucasus and the Transcaucasus areas. Moving into Western Asia, the species is also found inhabiting the mountainous terrains of Türkiye. Furthermore, its range extends southward to include the country of Iran. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat where Dracocephalum multicaule can be discovered.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Dracocephalum multicaule, is highly valued in traditional medicine primarily for its chemical potency found within its essential oil. This aromatic oil is extracted from the plant's vegetative structures, particularly the leaves and flowering tops, which serve as the primary reservoirs for its bioactive compounds. The volatile constituents held within this oil are responsible for much of the plant's therapeutic efficacy, making the extraction of this specific part crucial for its medicinal applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dracocephalum multicaule has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Perilla aldehyde, limonene.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Perilla aldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dracocephalum multicaule has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dracocephalum multicaule has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include oxidative damage, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxidative damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |