Eruca longirostris
Eruca longirostris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Eruca longirostris, is a unique medicinal herb valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant offers significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Exploring its chemical constituents reveals its potential in treating various ailments, making it a subject of great interest for pharmacological research.
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Eruca Sativa Subsp. Longirostris · Eruca Vesicaria Var. Lanceolata · 10 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eruca longirostrisSynonyms
- Eruca sativa subsp. longirostris
- Eruca vesicaria var. lanceolata
- Eruca vesicaria var. longistyla
- Eruca vesicaria var. longirostris
- Eruca vesicaria var. genuina
- Eruca vesicaria var. deserti
- Eruca sativa var. deserti
- Eruca lanceolata
- Velleruca longistyla
- Eruca deserti
- Eruca vesicaria subsp. longirostris
- Eruca sativa var. longirostris
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Brassicales, it is classified under the family Brassicaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Eruca, and its species name, longirosstris.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Eruca |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, Eruca longirosstris, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of Southwestern Europe. Its presence is documented within the territories of France and Portugal. Additionally, it can be found inhabiting the Mediterranean islands of Corse and Sardegna. The species also extends its range into the Iberian Peninsula, specifically within Spain. Together, these locations define the localized habitat where this medicinal plant thrives.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Eruca longirostris has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Erucin, Hexahydrofarnesylacetone.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Erucin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hexahydrofarnesylacetone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Erucin
- Pharmaceutical biology
Hexahydrofarnesylacetone
- Pharmaceutical biology
Activities
Eruca longirostris has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Pharmaceutical biology
Preparations
Eruca longirostris has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include essential oils.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Essential oils | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Essential oils
- Pharmaceutical biology