Ferula jaeschkeana
Ferula jaeschkeana, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant from the high-altitude regions, holds immense pharmacological potential. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this species is rich in bioactive compounds. It is traditionally utilized in various folk remedies to treat diverse ailments, offering promising avenues for modern therapeutic research.
- Scientific name: Ferula jaeschkeana
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ferula, specifically as the species Ferula jaeschkeana.
| 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 broad geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. In Central Asia, it can be found growing within the territories of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Its range extends into Western Asia, where it is documented in Afghanistan. Furthermore, the species is located in the high-altitude regions of Tibet in China. Finally, its distribution reaches the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within Pakistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ferula jaeschkeana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include n-propyl-sec-butyl disulfide.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| n-propyl-sec-butyl disulfide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ferula jaeschkeana has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include contraceptive effect.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| contraceptive effect | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |