Echinops echinatus
Echinops echinatus, commonly known as the globe thistle, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to support immune function and reduce inflammation, it has been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries to treat various ailments and promote overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Echinops echinatus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, Echinops echinatus is identified by 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 exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several key regions in Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it is widely found throughout the country of India. Its range also extends across the neighboring territory of Pakistan. Additionally, the species is native to the mountainous areas of the West Himalaya. Finally, its geographical presence reaches into Indo-China, specifically within Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Echinops echinatus has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 18 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5 Hydroxymethylfurfural, 7-hydroxyisoflavone, Dodecanoic acid, Lupeol, Naphthalene.
- Total chemicals
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 18
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Hydroxymethylfurfural | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-hydroxyisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dodecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Naphthalene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neophytadiene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Octadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Squalene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Echinops echinatus has 10 reported activities identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiapoptotic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticonvulsant.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiapoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticonvulsant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chemopreventive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |