Heracleum humile
Heracleum humile, commonly known as the dwarf hogweed, is a distinctive perennial herb native to East Asian mountain regions. While less celebrated than its larger relatives, this plant holds significant botanical interest. Its unique morphology and potential phytochemical properties make it a subject of study within traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Heracleum humile
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Heracleum humile, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Heracleum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Heracleum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Heracleum humile, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as small hogweed, while in German, it is called kleine Bärenklau. In French, the species is known as cerfeuil nain, and in Italian, it is called cerfoglio nano.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Heracleum humile, possesses a specific and somewhat limited geographical distribution across several regions. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is primarily documented within the country of Greece. The species also extends into Western Asia, where it can be found inhabiting the territories of Lebanon and Syria. Furthermore, its range continues through Western Asia to include the landscapes of Türkiye. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Heracleum humile has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ethyl acetate, flavonoids, methanol, water.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Heracleum humile has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |