Helichrysum pamphylicum
Helichrysum pamphylicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Helicrysum pamphylicum, is a resilient perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Often found in sun-drenched, rocky terrains, this plant is celebrated for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Its aromatic golden blooms are frequently utilized in essential oils to support skin health and wellness.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Seriphium Niveum
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Helichrysum pamphylicumSynonyms
- Seriphium niveum
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and is identified by the genus Helichrysum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Helichrysum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Helichrysum pamphylum, exhibits a very specific and restricted range of occurrence. Its primary geographical distribution is centered within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species is native to the territory of Türkiye. Because of this limited habitat, it is considered an endemic or localized species within that particular area. Consequently, finding this medicinal plant in any other part of the world is extremely rare.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Helichrysum pamphylicum has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticarcinogenic, Antimitotic, Genotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticarcinogenic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimitotic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticarcinogenic
- Biological research
Antimitotic
- Biological research
Genotoxic
- Biological research
Preparations
Helichrysum pamphylicum has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extracts, tea.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tea | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanol extracts
- Biological research
Tea
- Biological research