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Heracleum rechingeri

Heracleum rechingeri · Accepted scientific name

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

Scientifically known as Heracleum rechingeri, is a remarkable perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of Central Asia. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this plant is distinguished by its large, umbelliferous flowers. It holds significant ethnobotanical importance, valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic potential and bioactive properties.

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 rechingeri

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, falling into the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Heracleum, specifically as the species Heracleum rechingeri.

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 is specifically native to the region of Western Asia. Its documented geographical distribution is primarily centered within the borders of Iran. Within this territory, it occupies distinct ecological niches suitable for its growth. Because its range is so localized, it is considered an endemic species of the area. Understanding this specific habitat is crucial for the conservation of the species.

Region Area
Western Asia Iran

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Heracleum rechingeri 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 rechingeri
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