Echiochilon pauciflorum
Echiochilon pauciflorum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Echioclon pauciflorum, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this botanical treasure offers significant potential in traditional healing practices. Research continues into its bioactive compounds, aiming to unlock new advancements in natural pharmacology and holistic wellness.
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sericostoma Pauciflorum · Sericostoma Pauciflorum Var. Qeshmensis
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Echiochilon pauciflorumSynonyms
- Sericostoma pauciflorum
- Sericostoma pauciflorum var. qeshmensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Echiochilon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Echiochilon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Echiochilon pauciflorum, exhibits a specific geographical range across several distinct regions. It is found within Western Asia, specifically occurring in the country of Iran. Moving eastward, the species is also distributed throughout the Indian Subcontinent. Within this subcontinent, it can be located in India. Additionally, its presence extends to Pakistan, completing its regional distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Echiochilon pauciflorum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
caffeic acid
- Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR
Activities
Echiochilon pauciflorum has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous extracts | Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol extract | Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pet. ether extract | Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |