Ferula cupularis
Ferula cupularis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ferula cupularis, scientifically known as Ferula cupularis, is a remarkable medicinal plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, it plays a significant role in traditional healing practices. This species is highly valued in ethnobotany for its potential therapeutic properties and diverse pharmacological applications.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Leutea Cupularis · Peucedanum Cupulare
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferula cupularisSynonyms
- Leutea cupularis
- Peucedanum cupulare
Sources: Wikidata
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 situated in the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Specifically, Ferula cupularis is a member of the genus Ferula.
| 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 possesses a highly specific and localized geographical distribution. It is primarily found within the vast landscapes of Western Asia. Specifically, its presence is documented within the borders of Iran. This indicates that the species thrives under the unique environmental conditions offered by this particular region. Consequently, its natural habitat is confined to this single major territory.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ferula cupularis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Elemicin, Flavonoids, LIMONENE, PHELLANDRENE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Elemicin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LIMONENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHELLANDRENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Elemicin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Flavonoids
- Chemistry & biodiversity
LIMONENE
- Chemistry & biodiversity
PHELLANDRENE
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Conditions
Ferula cupularis has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include ulcer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ulcer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ulcer
- Chemistry & biodiversity