Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum
Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum, commonly known as upland cotton, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Beyond its commercial fiber, various plant parts are utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant pharmacological potential for modern healthcare applications.
- Scientific name: Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae, it is classified under the genus Gossypium. Specifically, this variety is identified as Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gossypium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is most frequently referred to as cotton or specifically as Levantine cotton. In Spanish, it is commonly called algodón, while in French, it is known as coton. In Portuguese, the name used is algodão, and in German, it is referred to as Baumwolle.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the various regions of Southeastern Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Bulgaria and Romania. Additionally, the species is present in the country of Greece, specifically including the area of Kriti. Its geographical range also extends to the nation of Italy. Together, these locations define its localized presence throughout the southeastern part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum, is widely recognized for its various applications in traditional medicine, where different anatomical components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. While the plant is most famous for its fiber production, researchers often investigate the bioactive potential of the leaf extract to identify antioxidant or antimicrobial compounds. Additionally, although less common than the use of leaves or seeds in this specific variety, certain studies explore the medicinal utility of the bulb-like structures or specialized root tissues in various botanical contexts to harness their chemical potency.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifertility, Antitumor, Antiviral, Apoptotic, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifertility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Apoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |