Helichrysum maracandicum
Helichrysum maraquandicum, commonly known as the Marsh Everlasting, is a resilient perennial herb native to southern Africa. Highly valued in traditional medicine, this plant is celebrated for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to support skin health and promote holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Helichrysum maracandicum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, falling within the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Helichrysum, specifically as the species Helichrysum maraandicum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Helichrysum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Helichrysum maraquandicum, is known by several different common names depending on the language and region. In Russian, it is referred to as Бессмертник самаркандский, while in Kazakh, it is called Самарқан салаубасы.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Бессмертник самаркандский | Wikidata |
| kk | Самарқан салаубасы | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the expansive landscapes of Central Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing across the diverse terrains of Kazakhstan. Its distribution also extends into the mountainous regions of Kirgizstan. Furthermore, the species is documented to inhabit parts of Tadzhikistan. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal herb includes the territory of Uzbekistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Helichrysum maracandicum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Naringenin chalcone, isosalipurposide, naringenin chalcone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Naringenin chalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isosalipurposide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin chalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Helichrysum maracandicum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include carcinogenesis, papillomas.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| carcinogenesis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| papillomas | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |