Genista halacsyi
Genista halacsyi, commonly known as a rare member of the Fabaceae family, is a medicinal shrub valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this plant contains bioactive compounds studied for their potential therapeutic applications, offering promising insights into natural pharmacology and traditional herbal medicine practices.
- Scientific name: Genista halacsyi
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae, specifically within the genus Genista. As a member of the species Genista halacsyi, it follows this distinct hierarchical lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Genista | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Genista halacsyi, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In Hungarian, it is commonly referred to as halácsy genista, while in English, it is known as Halacsy's broom.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Genista halacsyi, possesses a very limited and specific geographical range. Its natural distribution is confined primarily to the southeastern region of Europe. Within this area, the species is specifically found inhabiting the landscapes of Greece. Because its presence is restricted to such a localized territory, it is considered a regional specialist. Consequently, the plant's survival is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions found within the Greek peninsula.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Genista halacsyi, is utilized in traditional medicine primarily through its aerial parts, which encompass the stems, leaves, and flowers located above the ground. These components contain the specific bioactive compounds and phytochemicals responsible for the plant's therapeutic properties. When preparing herbal remedies, these aerial parts are typically harvested to extract the essential elements required for medicinal use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Genista halacsyi has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include daidzein, genistein, isoprunetin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| daidzein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| genistein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoprunetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |