Helianthemum ruficomum
Helianthemum ruficomum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (12 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Helianthemum ruficomum, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to diverse landscapes. Renowned for its distinct reddish-haired leaves, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Traditionally used in various folk remedies, its bioactive compounds are increasingly studied for their antioxidant properties and role in supporting holistic wellness.
- Family
- Cistaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Helianthemum Ruficomum Var. Bergevinii · Helianthemum Hirtum Subsp. Bergevinii · 9 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Helianthemum ruficomumSynonyms
- Helianthemum ruficomum var. bergevinii
- Helianthemum hirtum subsp. bergevinii
- Helianthemum eremophilum
- Cistus ruficomus
- Helianthemum desertorum
- Helianthemum bergevinii
- Helianthemum hirtum subsp. ruficomum
- Helianthemum hirtum var. calvescens
- Helianthemum hirtum var. macranthum
- Helianthemum hirtum var. villosissimum
- Helianthemum hirtum var. deserti
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized into the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Malvales, and the family Cistaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Helianthemum, specifically the species Helianthemum ruficomum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Cistaceae |
| Genus | Helianthemum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the northern regions of the African continent. Its natural habitat includes several Mediterranean countries located within North Africa. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the landscapes of Algeria and Libya. It is also documented to exist within the territories of Morocco and Tunisia. Consequently, its geographical range is concentrated in these four specific North African nations.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Libya |
| Northern Africa | Morocco |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Helianthemum ruficomum has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Astragalin, Lavandoside, Narcissin, Nicotiflorin, Picein.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Astragalin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lavandoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Narcissin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Nicotiflorin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Picein | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trans-Tiliroside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vicenin 2 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cis-Tiliroside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Astragalin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Lavandoside
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Narcissin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Nicotiflorin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Picein
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
RUTIN
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
STIGMASTEROL
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Trans-Tiliroside
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Vicenin 2
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
cis-Tiliroside
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| EtOAc extracts | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| macerated with 80% EtOH/H₂O | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-BuOH extracts | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |