Ferulago silaifolia
Ferulago silaifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ferulago silaifolia, is a distinctive medicinal plant prized in traditional healing practices. Found in specific regional ecosystems, it possesses unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical properties and therapeutic potential offers valuable insights into natural pharmacology and sustainable herbal medicine development.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ferula Silaifolia · Lophosciadium Silaifolium
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ferulago silaifoliaSynonyms
- Ferula silaifolia
- Lophosciadium silaifolium
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales. Finally, Ferulago silaifolia is a member of the family Apiaceae and falls under the 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 characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is documented exclusively within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Türkiye. This localized distribution suggests that the plant is endemic to this particular area. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of the Turkish territory.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Ferulago silaifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- 3 Biotech