Pickling Herbs
Echinophora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Pickling Herbs, scientifically known as Echinophora, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to support immune health and reduce inflammation, this botanical powerhouse has been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries to promote overall wellness and combat various underlying ailments effectively.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Pickling Herbs
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Pickling Herbs
Scientific Names
Accepted name
EchinophoraRegional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- zanahoria marina
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 and order Apiales, it is specifically categorized under the family Apiaceae. Its taxonomic identity is finalized within the genus Echinophora.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Echinophora |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence can be identified within the borders of Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found throughout various parts of Southwestern Europe. Specifically, it inhabits the islands of Baleares, Corse, and Sardegna. Furthermore, its range extends across the mainland territory of France.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Echinophora has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic, Anticancer.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibiotic
- Pharmacognosy research
Anticancer
- Pharmacognosy research