Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum, is a resilient perennial herb found in damp, mountainous habitats. Renowned for its large, umbellifer flowers, this subspecies holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically utilized in traditional medicine, its bioactive compounds offer potential therapeutic benefits for digestive and inflammatory health concerns.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Pastinaca Verticillata · Heracleum Verticillatum
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatumSynonyms
- Pastinaca verticillata
- Heracleum verticillatum
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. It is further identified by the genus Heracleum as the subspecies verticillatum.
| 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 exhibits a specific geographical range focused within the regions of Southeastern Europe. It can be found growing in the country of Albania, contributing to the local biodiversity. Its presence also extends into Bulgaria, where it occupies suitable habitats. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout Greece, marking a significant part of its southern range. Finally, the plant is documented across the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula, completing its regional distribution pattern.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Chemicals
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Furanocoumarins, IMPERATORIN, pimpinellin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Furanocoumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IMPERATORIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pimpinellin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Furanocoumarins
- Chemistry & biodiversity
IMPERATORIN
- Chemistry & biodiversity
pimpinellin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Preparations
Heracleum sphondylium subsp. verticillatum has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Hexane extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hexane extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hexane extracts
- Chemistry & biodiversity