Iris laevigata
Iris laevigata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (108 studies) · ★★★☆☆
, scientifically known as Iris laevigatą, is a captivating perennial herb valued for both its ornamental beauty and traditional medicinal properties. Native to specific Asian regions, this species is often utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, offering a unique blend of aesthetic elegance and therapeutic potential in ethnobotany.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Iris laevigataDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution that spans across several distinct regions. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Great Britain and Sweden. Its range also extends significantly into the vast territories of Siberia. Specifically, it is documented in the Siberian regions of Buryatiya, Chitá, and Irkutsk. Together, these locations illustrate the diverse habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Yakutiya | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Iris laevigata has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include FURFURAL, Furfurol, GUM, ISOPHTHALIC ACID, Iridin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| FURFURAL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Furfurol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GUM | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ISOPHTHALIC ACID | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Iridin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Myricyl alcohol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytosterols | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STARCH | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lauric acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Iris laevigata has 94 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Absorbent, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Analgesic, Anthelmintic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialopecic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiandrogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiarthritic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |