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Heracleum rawianum

Heracleum rawianum · Accepted scientific name

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

scientifically known as Heracleum rawianum, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific mountainous regions. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, this plant is utilized in traditional herbalism to support various health functions. Understanding its botanical characteristics and careful application is essential for harnessing its natural healing potential.

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

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Heracleum rawianum

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 Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae and is specifically 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, Heracleum rawianum, possesses a specific geographical range concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Its natural habitat can be found across the mountainous or highland terrains of Iran. Additionally, the species is distributed within the borders of Iraq. The plant also extends its presence into the territory of Türkiye. Consequently, its overall distribution is limited to these three specific countries in the West Asian landscape.

Region Area
Western Asia Iran
Western Asia Iraq
Western Asia Türkiye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Heracleum rawianum 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 rawianum
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

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Octyl acetate

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