Gelasia sericea
Gelasia sericea, commonly known as the silken laughter plant, is a rare medicinal herb revered for its soothing properties. Native to secluded highland forests, its shimmering, soft foliage holds potent bioactive compounds. Traditionally used to alleviate anxiety and promote restful sleep, this botanical treasure offers unique therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Gelasia sericea
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Gelasia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gelasia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Gelasia sericea, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Silky Gelasia, while in Spanish, it is known as Gelasia sedosa. In Portuguese, the species is called Gelasia sedosa, and in French, it is identified as Gelasia soyeuse.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily identified by its specific occurrence within a very limited geographic range. Its documented presence is centered in the region of Western Asia. Within this broad territory, the species is specifically found in Türkiye. This concentrated distribution suggests that the environmental conditions of this particular nation are ideal for its growth. Consequently, its natural habitat is highly localized to these specific areas.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gelasia sericea has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include kelampayoside A, p-coumaric acid, quercetin, scorzocreticin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| kelampayoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scorzocreticin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |