Ferula violacea
Ferula violacea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ferula violacea, is a remarkable perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Renowned for its distinct violet hues and aromatic properties, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. It is frequently studied for its bioactive compounds, offering potential therapeutic benefits in traditional and modern medicinal practices.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ferula Eugenii
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferula violaceaSynonyms
- Ferula eugenii
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized into the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Ferula, which includes the specific species Ferula violacea.
| 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, known scientifically as Ferula violacea, exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated within the region of Central Asia. Within this vast territory, the species is documented to grow in Tajikistan. Because of this narrow distribution, it is considered an endemic element of the local flora in that specific area. Understanding this localized presence is essential for the conservation and study of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ferula violacea has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ferutinin, Terpenoids, Ferutidin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ferutinin | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ferutidin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ferutinin
- Plant direct
- bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Terpenoids
- Plant direct
- bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Ferutidin
- Plant direct