Ferula aucheri
Ferula aucheri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ferula aucheri, scientifically known as Ferula aucheri, is a remarkable medicinal perennial native to the rugged terrains of Central and Western Asia. Renowned for its diverse phytochemical profile, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties used in various treatments.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dorema Aucheri · Angelica Dura
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferula aucheriSynonyms
- Dorema aucheri
- Angelica dura
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Ferula, specifically as the species Ferula aucheri.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Ferula |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily recognized for its specific presence within the Western Asian region. Specifically, its documented geographical distribution is centered in the nation of Iran. Within this territory, it thrives in particular ecological niches that support its growth. This limited range highlights the importance of local conservation efforts within its native habitat. Consequently, understanding its occurrence in Iran is essential for studying its natural environment.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Ferula aucheri has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Natural product research
Stem
- Natural product research
Chemicals
Ferula aucheri has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CARVACROL, Cuparene, Flavonoid, Flavonoids, THYMOL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CARVACROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cuparene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| THYMOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllen oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curcumin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CARVACROL
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Cuparene
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Flavonoid
- Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI)
Flavonoids
- Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI)
THYMOL
- Chemistry & biodiversity
caryophyllen oxide
- Chemistry & biodiversity
curcumin
- IET nanobiotechnology
Activities
Ferula aucheri has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Repellent.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Repellent | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI)
Repellent
- Parasite epidemiology and control
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| DAG | Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bitter flavonoid gum | Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| extract | IET nanobiotechnology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroalcoholic extracts of the Green and white aerial sections | Parasite epidemiology and control (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |