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Fuchsia · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Fuchsias, scientifically known as Fuchsia, is a diverse genus of flowering plants celebrated for their pendulous, bell-shaped blooms. Beyond their ornamental beauty, various species offer medicinal potential. Historically, they have been utilized in traditional practices to treat inflammation, soothe skin irritations, and support overall wellness through bioactive compounds.

Family
Onagraceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Fuschias · Fuchsias · 1 more
Scientific synonyms
Quiliusa · Dorvalia · 13 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Fuchsia

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Pendientes de la reina
  • Aretillos
  • Bailarina
  • Fucsias
  • Pendientes

German:

  • Fuchsien
  • Fuchsie
  • Fuchsie
  • Fuchsien

French:

  • Fuschia
  • Fushia

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Myrtales
Family Onagraceae
Genus Fuchsia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Southwestern Europe France
Southwestern Europe Spain
Macaronesia Azores
Macaronesia Canary Is.
Macaronesia Madeira
West-Central Tropical Africa Rwanda
East Tropical Africa Kenya

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Fuchsia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoid, Phenolic acid.

Chemicals reported in Fuchsia
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Phenolic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoid

  1. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)

Phenolic acid

  1. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)