Ferulago macrocarpa
Ferulago macrocarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ferulago macrocarpa, is a significant medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional medicine, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to offer anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential role in modern pharmacological advancements.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Lophosciadium Lophopterum · Ferula Fieldiana · 5 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferulago macrocarpaSynonyms
- Lophosciadium lophopterum
- Ferula fieldiana
- Ferula mesopotamica
- Uloptera macrocarpa
- Ferulago fieldiana
- Ferulago lophoptera
- Ferula lophoptera
Sources: Wikidata
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 falls into the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus, Ferulago.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Ferulago |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across several specific regions within Western Asia. Its natural range includes the expansive territories of Iran and Iraq. Additionally, it can be located within the Levant area, specifically across Lebanon and Syria. The distribution also extends northward into the country of Türkiye. Collectively, these areas define the core geographical presence of Ferula macrocarpica.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran |
| Western Asia | Iraq |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ferulago macrocarpa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,10-di-epi-cubenol, BORNYL ACETATE, Prantschimgin, STIGMASTEROL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1,10-di-epi-cubenol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BORNYL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Prantschimgin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1,10-di-epi-cubenol
- Pharmacognosy research
BORNYL ACETATE
- Pharmacognosy research
Prantschimgin
- Pharmacognosy research
STIGMASTEROL
- Pharmacognosy research