heucheras
Heuchera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Heucheras, scientifically known as Heucheras, is a genus of perennial plants celebrated for their stunning, colorful foliage. Often called Coral Bells, these versatile plants thrive in shade and offer diverse textures. Beyond their ornamental beauty, certain species possess traditional medicinal properties used in folk remedies to treat various ailments.
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Alumroot · Alum Roots
- Scientific synonyms
- Holochloa · Yamala · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- alumroot
- alum roots
Scientific Names
Accepted name
HeucheraSynonyms
- Holochloa
- Yamala
- Oreanthus
- Oreotrys
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Purpurglöckchen
- Purpurglöckchen
French:
- Heuchères
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Saxifragales, it is a member of the family Saxifragaceae. Ultimately, it is defined by its classification under the genus Heuchera.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Genus | Heuchera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging distribution across several distinct geographical regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it can be found growing in both Austria and Germany. The species also extends across the Russian Far East. Specifically, its range includes the territories of Khabarovsk and Primorye.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk |
| Russian Far East | Primorye |
| Subarctic America | Aleutian Is. |
| Subarctic America | Alaska |
| Subarctic America | Northwest Territories |
| Western Canada | Alberta |
| Western Canada | British Columbia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Heuchera has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Antifungal
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM