Helianthemum alypoides

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Helianthemum leptophyllum subsp. alypoides

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Helianthemum alypoides, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malvales. Finally, it is a member of the family Cistaceae and falls under the genus Helianthemum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a very restricted and specific geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily limited to the region of Southwestern Europe. Within this territory, the species is specifically found in Spain. Because it is confined to such a localized area, it is considered a regional specialist. This narrow range highlights the unique environmental requirements necessary for its survival.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Helianthemum alypoiides is characterized by its nature as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. As a perennial species, it maintains a stable presence in its habitat, often developing robust root systems that support its survival through varying environmental conditions. This multi-year lifecycle enables the plant to establish itself firmly within its ecological niche, facilitating repeated reproductive cycles over time rather than completing its entire biological process within a single year.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Helianthemum alypoides has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ellagitannins, Gallic acid.

Ellagitannins

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Gallic acid

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Preparations