Dracocephalum ruyschiana
Dracocephalum ruyschiana, commonly known as Ruyschian dragonhead, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to high-altitude regions. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, it possesses unique aromatic properties. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine, this plant is studied for its bioactive compounds, offering significant therapeutic potential in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Dracocephalum ruyschiana
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically within the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under 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, known scientifically as Dracocephalum ruyschiana, is referred to by various regional names across different languages. In Estonia, it is called sile tondipea, while in Germany, it is commonly known as Nordischer Drachenkopf. Its Polish name is pszczelniik wąskolistny, and in Russia, it is identified as Змееголовник Рюйша. Finally, in Finland, the species is known as isoampiaisyrtti.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| et | sile tondipea | Wikidata |
| de | Nordischer Drachenkopf | Wikidata |
| pl | Pszczelnik wąskolistny | Wikidata |
| ru | Змееголовник Рюйша | Wikidata |
| fi | isoampiaisyrtti | Wikidata |
| hsb | Šwedski pčólnik | Wikidata |
| sv | drakblomma | Wikidata |
| nb | dragehode | Wikidata |
| zh | 青兰 | Wikidata |
| be | Змеегалоўнік Руйша | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented in both Norway and Sweden. Moving toward the center of the continent, it is also found within the borders of Austria. The species continues its range through Middle Europe, where it is commonly located in Germany. Finally, its geographical reach extends further into Middle Europe to include Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Dracocephalum ruyschiana, is primarily utilized for its therapeutic properties through its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which encompass the stems, leaves, and flowering structures, contain the essential oils and bioactive compounds necessary for its medicinal applications. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the concentrated aromatic qualities that define this species within the Lamiaceae family.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dracocephalum ruyschiana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, rosmarinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dracocephalum ruyschiana has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antipyretic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dracocephalum ruyschiana has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antipyretic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |