Ferulago
Ferulago · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Ferula고, is a versatile medicinal plant cherished in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, it offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Exploring its botanical characteristics reveals profound insights into its role in natural pharmacology and holistic wellness.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Hammatocaulis · Uloptera · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
FerulagoSynonyms
- Hammatocaulis
- Uloptera
- Lophosciadium
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by 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 exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its distribution extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. It can also be found throughout the landscapes of Germany and Poland. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Hungary. Finally, its range reaches into Southwestern Europe, specifically within France.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Ferulago has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- 3 Biotech
Chemicals
Ferulago has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Felamedin, Prantschimgin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Felamedin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Prantschimgin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Felamedin
- 3 Biotech
Prantschimgin
- 3 Biotech