Ferula communis subsp. communis
Ferula communis subsp. communis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ferula communis subsp. communis, is a resilient perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Native to Mediterranean landscapes, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its complex bioactive compounds, which offer significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties used in various therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ferula Anatriches · Ferulago Nodosa Subsp. Rigida · 9 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Cañaheja
German:
- Riesenfenchel
French:
- Férule Commune
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferula communis subsp. communisSynonyms
- Ferula anatriches
- Ferulago nodosa subsp. rigida
- Ferula communis var. nodiflora
- Ferula lobeliana
- Ferula montis-elgonis
- Ferula nodiflora
- Ferula abyssinica
- Ferula communis var. anatriches
- Ferula ferulago
- Lophosciadium meoides
- Peucedanum ferula
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ferula, specifically as the subspecies Ferula communis subsp. communis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ferula | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence can be found within Great Britain. Moving toward Southwestern Europe, it is distributed across the islands of Baleares and Corse. The species is also established within the mainland territory of France. Finally, its range extends to the Mediterranean island of Sardegna.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ferula communis subsp. communis, is a perennial herb characterized by its complex morphological structure, but it is most notably valued for its underground components. The roots of this species serve as a primary reservoir for various bioactive compounds, making them the most significant part for medicinal purposes. These roots are often harvested and processed to extract essential chemical constituents used in traditional pharmacology.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ferula communis subsp. communis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ferulagol A, Ferulagol B.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ferulagol A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ferulagol B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ferulagol A
- Phytochemistry
Ferulagol B
- Phytochemistry
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| chloroform extract of the roots | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |