Iris kashmiriana
Iris kashmiriana, commonly known as the Kashmiri Iris, is a resilient perennial herb native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Valued in traditional medicine, this botanical species possesses unique phytochemical properties. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications in treating various ailments through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Iris kashmiriana
- Family: Iridaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Asparagales and the family Iridaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Iris, specifically as the species Iris kashmiriana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Iridaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Iris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Iris kashmiriana, is recognized by its specific common name in Persian as زنبق کشمیری.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | زنبق کشمیری | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across parts of Western Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. Within Western Asia, its presence is documented in the countries of Afghanistan and Iran. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, the species is found growing in Pakistan. Additionally, it inhabits the mountainous regions of the West Himalaya. Together, these locations define the natural range where Iris kashmiriana can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Iris kashmiriana, is a perennial herb known for its striking and ornamental appearance, particularly through its vibrant flowers. These flowers are a defining feature of the species, often exhibiting intricate patterns and colors that serve to attract pollinators in its natural habitat. In the context of traditional medicinal practices, while various parts of the Iris genus may be studied, the aesthetic and biological significance of these flowers remains a central characteristic of the plant's identity.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Iris kashmiriana has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, ellagic acid, epicatechin, flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sinapic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vanillic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Iris kashmiriana has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |