Eupatorium serotinum
Eupatorium serotinum, commonly known as latefall boneset, is a perennial herb prized in traditional herbalism. Characterlızed by its delicate white flower clusters, this plant has long been utilized to support immune function and alleviate symptoms of seasonal ailments, offering a natural remedy rooted in deep botanical history and wellness.
- Scientific name: Eupatorium serotinum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, falling into the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Eupatorium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eupatorium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Eupatorium serotinum, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is most frequently referred to as latefall boneset or late boneset, reflecting its blooming period and historical medicinal uses. In Spanish, the plant is commonly known as huesoset tardío, and in French, it is referred to as éupatoire tardive.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents and regions. In North-Central U.S.A., it can be found growing in the states of Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas. Its presence extends across the Atlantic to Middle Europe, specifically within Germany. Remarkably, the species also reaches as far as the Southern Hemisphere in Queensland, Australia. These varied locations highlight the wide environmental adaptability of Eupatorium serotinum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Iowa | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Kansas | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Minnesota | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Missouri | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Nebraska | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Oklahoma | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Wisconsin | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known commonly as Black Elderberry, is primarily utilized for its therapeutic properties found within its aerial parts. These above-ground components include the fragrant white flowers, the dark purple ripening berries, and the leafy green foliage. When preparing medicinal extracts or syrups, practitioners often focus on the aerial parts to harness the plant's natural compounds, which are believed to support immune health.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eupatorium serotinum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cyclocolorenone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cyclocolorenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eupatorium serotinum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Cryptococcus neoformans.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cryptococcus neoformans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |