Echinops davuricus
Echinops davuricus, commonly known as the Davur's globe thistle, is a resilient perennial prized in traditional medicine. Characterized by its striking, spherical blue flower heads, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. It is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, serving as a valuable botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Echinops davuricus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae within the genus Echinops.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Echinops | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions of Northern Asia. In the vast territory of Siberia, it can be found specifically in Buryatiya, Chita, and Irkutsk. Its range extends further east into the Russian Far East, where it inhabits the Amur region. Additionally, the species is present in the northern parts of China, particularly within Inner Mongolia. These diverse locations highlight the specific environmental preferences of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Activities
Echinops davuricus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |