Galium libanoticum
Galium libanoticum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Galium libanoiticum, scientifically known as Galium libanoiticum, is a rare medicinal herb native to the rugged terrains of the Levant. Belonging to the Rubiaceae family, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its unique phytochemical properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Galium libanoticumTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Rubiaceae. Within this framework, its taxonomic identity is established under the genus Galium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Galium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Galium libanoticum, possesses a very specific and localized geographical range. It is primarily found within the region of Western Asia. Within this area, its distribution is concentrated in the countries of Lebanon and Syria. The species is native to these specific territories, reflecting its unique ecological requirements. Consequently, its occurrence is limited to these particular parts of the Levant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Galium libanoticum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Asperulosidic acid, RUTIN.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Asperulosidic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Asperulosidic acid
- Infectious disorders drug targets
RUTIN
- Infectious disorders drug targets
Activities
Galium libanoticum has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Infectious disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Galium libanoticum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, diuretic.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | Infectious disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretic | Infectious disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude extract | Infectious disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plant extract | Infectious disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |