Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumii
Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumii, is a significant medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Valued in traditional healing practices, this subspecies possesses unique phytochemical properties. Research explores its potential therapeutic applications, highlighting its importance in ethnobotany and the development of natural bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ruta Besseri · Haplophyllum Buxbaumii Var. Stenophyllum · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumiiSynonyms
- Ruta besseri
- Haplophyllum buxbaumii var. stenophyllum
- Haplophyllum buxbaumii var. lasiocarpum
- Haplophyllum spathulatum
- Haplophyllum besseri
- Haplophyllum biebersteinii
- Haplophyllum corymbulosum
- Haplophyllum halepense
- Ruta spatulata
Sources: Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae and the genus Haplophyllum. Specifically, this medicinal species is identified as the subspecies Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumii.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Haplophyllum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across the Mediterranean region. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found within the borders of France. Its presence extends to Southeastern Europe, specifically on the island of Kriti and throughout the European portion of Türkiye. The species also occupies territories in Northern Africa, including Algeria. Finally, its range reaches into Tunisia, completing its presence across these various coastal landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe |
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia |
| Western Asia | Cyprus |
| Western Asia | East Aegean Is. |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Palestine |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Haplophyllum buxbaumii subsp. buxbaumii has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arabelline, Xeroboside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Arabelline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Xeroboside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Arabelline
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
Xeroboside
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences