Erigeron floribundus
Erigeron floribundus, commonly known as the blooming fleabane, is a resilient perennial valued for its delicate, daisy-like blossoms. Native to specific montane regions, this plant holds traditional significance in herbal medicine. It is frequently studied for its bioactive compounds, offering potential therapeutic benefits in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Erigeron floribundus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
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. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Erigeron floribundus, is referred to by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is commonly identified by the names 多花飞蓬 (zh), 多花飞蓬 (zh-hans), and 多花飛蓬 (zh-hant), though it is also sometimes referred to as 多花飞莲 (zh-hans). In Tamil, the plant is known as எரிகெரான் புளோரிபண்டசு (ta).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 多花飞蓬 | Wikidata |
| ta | எரிகெரான் புளோரிபண்டசு | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 多花飞蓬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 多花飛蓬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 多花飞莲 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented within the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found growing in both Belgium and Germany. Furthermore, its distribution extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically within the borders of France. Collectively, these locations highlight a broad ecological spread across various European landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Erigeron floribundus, is primarily utilized in medicinal preparations through its various harvested components. The most common method of use involves the aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers that grow above the ground. For therapeutic applications, these dried aerial parts are typically collected and processed to preserve their active constituents. Finally, the material is often finely ground into a plant powder, which can then be easily incorporated into various traditional remedies or formulations.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| plant powder | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Erigeron floribundus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caryophyllene oxide, condensed tannins, flavonoids, limonene, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| condensed tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Erigeron floribundus has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Erigeron floribundus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-negative bacterial infections, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-negative bacterial infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |