Inula aucheriana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Inula armena
• Helenium aucherianum
• Helenium seidlitzii
• Inula seidlitzii

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic placement puts it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is categorized under the genus Inula.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within several key regions of Western Eurasia. Its presence is notably documented throughout the Caucasus, particularly within the Transcaucasus area. Furthermore, the species can be found across significant portions of Western Asia. Specifically, it inhabits the landscapes of Iran, contributing to its regional biodiversity. Finally, its range extends into Türkiye, marking another important location for its natural occurrence.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Inula aucheriana is characterized by its specific adaptation to high-altitude environments, as it is primarily found inhabiting mountainous regions. Within these montane ecosystems, the plant thrives in terrains where elevation influences temperature fluctuations and light availability. Its presence in these mountainous habitats suggests an evolutionary specialization to the unique microclimates, soil compositions, and drainage patterns typical of elevated landscapes, allowing it to occupy specific ecological niches within these rugged terrains.

Habitat :

mountains

Life history

The life history of Inula aucherianana is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons and maintain a stable presence in its natural habitat. As a perennial species, it does not complete its life cycle within a single year or two, but rather establishes a long-term physiological presence, often developing robust root systems that facilitate survival during unfavorable environmental periods. This longevity enables the plant to undergo repetitive cycles of vegetative growth and reproductive flowering, contributing to its ability to colonize and sustain itself within its specific ecological niche over extended durations.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Inula aucheriana is characterized by its growth form as a herb, presenting a non-woody structure throughout its development. The plant maintains a relatively low stature, with a plant height that typically ranges from a minimum of 0.15 m to a maximum of 0.35 m.

Growth form :

herb

Plant height max:

0.35 m

Plant height min:

0.15 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Inula aucheriana is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering period that dictates its reproductive cycle. Based on available phenological data, the flowering process is concentrated within a specific window, with the flowering start occurring in July and the flowering end also concluding in July. While the reproductive timing can be variable depending on environmental conditions, this specific cycle indicates a brief and concentrated period of floral development and potential pollination.

Flowering time :

Jul

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Inula aucheriana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Britannin, Inuchinenolide B.

Britannin

1. Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry

Inuchinenolide B

1. Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciencias

Activities

Inula aucheriana has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.

Cytotoxic

1. Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciencias

Conditions

Inula aucheriana has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Gastric cancer.

Gastric cancer

1. Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry