Hypochaeris radicata
Hypochaeris radicata, commonly known as the creeping buttonweed, is a resilient perennial herb found in diverse tropical landscapes. Renowned for its small, delicate flowers, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditional medicine often utilizes its unique properties to address various ailments, highlighting its importance in holistic healing practices.
- Scientific name: Hypochaeris radicata
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Hypochaeris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hypochaeris | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally in Denmark and throughout Great Britain. Additionally, its presence is documented in Ireland, expanding its range across the northern territories. The species also inhabits the landscapes of Norway and Sweden. Together, these locations define the primary geographical distribution of Hypochaeris radicaata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hypochaeris radicata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include confertin, scopoletin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| confertin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hypochaeris radicata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hypochaeris radicata has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include constipation, dyspepsia, hypoglycemia, jaundice, rheumatism.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| constipation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyspepsia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jaundice | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |