Erigeron canadensis
Erigeron canadensis, commonly known as horseweed or fleabane, is a resilient annual herb found globally in disturbed soils. While often viewed as a persistent agricultural weed, it possesses significant ethnobotanical value. Historically, various cultures have utilized its bioactive compounds for their medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.
- Scientific name: Erigeron canadensis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Erigeron canadensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, it is identified under the genus Erigeron.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erigeron | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a notable presence across various regions within Northern Europe. Specifically, its distribution can be traced to the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. It is also commonly found throughout the landscapes of Finland and Norway. Furthermore, the species has established itself within the territories of Great Britain. Finally, its geographical range extends to the lush environments of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erigeron canadensis has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include arabinose, galactose, glucose, xylose, Arabinogalactan.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arabinose | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galactose | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glucose | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| xylose | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arabinogalactan | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isohamnetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mannose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Erigeron canadensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Erigeron canadensis has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include DNA damage, bronchitis, common cold, coughs, radiation injury.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| DNA damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| common cold | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coughs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radiation injury | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| upper respiratory infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |