Ferula sinaica
Ferula sinaica, commonly known as Sinaii ferula, is a perennial medicinal herb native to the arid regions of the Middle East. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammatory conditions, digestive issues, and skin infections through its potent bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Ferula sinaica
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 organized under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Ferula, with its species name being sinaica.
| 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 key regions in the Middle East. Within Western Asia, it can be found growing in the territory of Palestine. The species is also documented throughout the Sinai region of Western Asia. Furthermore, its range extends into the Arabian Peninsula, specifically within Saudi Arabia. These locations highlight the plant's presence in both desert and arid Mediterranean environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ferula sinaica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include carotane, eudesmanolide, sesquiterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| carotane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eudesmanolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |