Eryngium palmatum
Eryngium palmatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Eryngium palmatum, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Native to various tropical regions, this plant is characterized by its striking, palmately lobed leaves and spiny bracts. It holds significant ethnobotanical importance, often utilized in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eryngium palmatumSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Apiales and placed in the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Eryngium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Eryngium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across several regions within Southeastern Europe. It is documented to grow within the borders of Albania and Bulgaria. Additionally, its presence extends to the diverse landscapes of Greece. The species also inhabits the area known as the Northwest Balkan Peninsula. Consequently, its distribution is concentrated within these specific Mediterranean and Balkan territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Eryngium palmatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Spathulenol, octanoic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Spathulenol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| octanoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Spathulenol
- Journal of food science and technology
octanoic acid
- Journal of food science and technology