Helichrysum litoreum
Helichrysum litoreum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (241 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Helichrysum litoreum, is a remarkable perennial herb prized for its therapeutic properties. Often found in coastal regions, this plant is rich in essential oils and antioxidants. It is widely utilized in traditional medicine to soothe skin inflammations, support respiratory health, and promote overall wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Helichrysum litoreumDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution centered within the Mediterranean region. It is primarily found throughout Southeastern Europe, where it thrives in particular coastal environments. Specifically, one notable location for its occurrence is Italy. Furthermore, the species is well-documented across the island of Sicilia. These concentrated areas highlight the plant's preference for the unique climates of these Mediterranean territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Helichrysum litoreum has 22 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,4-Dimethylheptan-3,5-dione, 5,7-dimethoxyphthalide, Alcohols, BETA-PINENE, BETA-SITOSTEROL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2,4-Dimethylheptan-3,5-dione | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7-dimethoxyphthalide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alcohols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-alpha-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Esters | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gnaphaliin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ISOVALERIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2,4-Dimethylheptan-3,5-dione
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5,7-dimethoxyphthalide
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Alcohols
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BETA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Dr. Duke
D-alpha-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
EO
- Dr. Duke
Esters
- Dr. Duke
Gnaphaliin
- Dr. Duke
ISOVALERIC ACID
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Helichrysum litoreum has 216 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Acaricide, Acidulant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anorexic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiEBV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Helichrysum litoreum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include herpes simplex virus type 1.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| herpes simplex virus type 1 | Bollettino chimico farmaceutico (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude aqueous extract from leaves | Bollettino chimico farmaceutico (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |