Erica andevalensis
Category:erica andevalensis
Erica andevalensis, commonly known as the Andevalensis Heath, is a distinctive shrub belonging to the Ericaceae family. Native to specific montane regions, this resilient plant thrives in acidic, nutrient-poor soils. It is valued for its unique floral structure and holds potential significance in traditional ethnobotanical practices and ecological studies.
- Scientific name: Erica andevalensis
- Family: Ericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, it is further categorized into the family Ericaceae. Finally, it is identified under the genus Erica as the species Erica andevalensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Ericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erica | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Erica andevalensis, is known by the following common name: en: Category:Erica andevalensis| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Category:Erica andevalensis | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific regions of Southwestern Europe. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the Iberian Peninsula. More specifically, the species is known to grow in the country of Portugal. It is also documented to exist throughout various parts of Spain. Consequently, its geographical range is limited to these two neighboring Mediterranean nations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Erica andevalensis, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through the use of its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers, contain the active phytochemical compounds necessary for its therapeutic properties. Because the aerial parts are easily accessible for harvesting, they serve as the main source for preparing various medicinal decoctions and infusions.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Erica andevalensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alpha-amyrine, flavonoids, ursolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alpha-amyrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Erica andevalensis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcers, ulcers.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |