Fuchsia
Fuchsia, commonly known as a decorative ornamental, holds surprising medicinal potential in traditional practices. Beyond its stunning pendulous blooms, various species are utilized for their antioxidant properties and soothing effects. While primarily grown for aesthetic beauty, its bioactive compounds offer intriguing possibilities for supporting skin health and reducing inflammation.
- Scientific name: Fuchsia
- Family: Onagraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Myrtales and the family Onagraceae. Ultimately, this medicinal species is identified by the genus Fuchsia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Onagraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fuchsia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence can be found in the Faroe Islands, Great Britain, and Ireland. Moving toward the southern parts of the continent, the species is also established in Southwestern Europe. Specifically, it is known to grow within the borders of France. Finally, its distribution extends further south into the landscapes of Spain.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Azores | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Fuchsia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, phenolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |