Echinophora tenuifolia
Echinophora tenuifolia, commonly known as the "small echinacea," is a perennial herb native to the dry steppes of Central Asia. Highly valued in traditional medicine, it possesses potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic properties. This resilient plant is frequently utilized to support immune function and promote overall metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Echinophora tenuifolia
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 further categorized under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Echinophora, specifically as the species Echinophora tenuifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Echinophora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning across parts of Europe and Western Asia. In Southeastern Europe, it can be found growing within the country of Italy. Its distribution also extends to the Mediterranean island of Sicilia, which is located in Southeastern Europe. Moving eastward, the species is also documented across Western Asia. Specifically, its presence is noted within the territories of Lebanon and Syria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Echinophora tenuifolia has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, ferulic acid, p-coumaric acid, rosmarinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salicylic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |