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Heracleum anisactis

Heracleum anisactis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Heracleum anisactis, scientifically known as Heracleum anisactis, is a distinctive medicinal herb valued in traditional healing practices. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this plant is recognized for its aromatic properties and therapeutic potential. It is frequently studied for its bioactive compounds, offering natural solutions for various wellness applications.

Family
Apiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Heracleum anisactis

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, situated within the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Heracleum.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Apiales
Family Apiaceae
Genus Heracleum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Heracleum anisactis, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is primarily documented within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species is found growing in the natural landscapes of Iran. Because its distribution is so localized, it is considered a regional specialist of this particular area. Consequently, understanding its habitat requires a focus on the unique environmental conditions of the Iranian territory.

Region Area
Western Asia Iran

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Heracleum anisactis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include HEXYL BUTYRATE, Isoelemicin, Octyl acetate.

Chemicals reported in Heracleum anisactis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
HEXYL BUTYRATE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Isoelemicin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Octyl acetate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

HEXYL BUTYRATE

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Isoelemicin

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Octyl acetate

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity