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Jacobaea leucophylla

Jacobaea leucophylla · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Jacobaea leucophylla, scientifically known as Jacobaea leucophylla, is a distinctive perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. Characterized by its striking silvery-white, woolly foliage, this plant thrives in rocky terrains. While primarily valued for its ornamental beauty, it holds significant interest in traditional ethnobotany and ecological studies.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Senecio Palmatus · Senecio Leucophyllus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Jacobaea leucophylla

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

French:

  • Séneçon à feuilles blanchâtres
  • Séneçon argenté
  • Herbe du Mézenc
  • Séneçon argenté
  • Séneçon à feuilles blanchâtres

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, specifically residing in the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Jacobaea.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asterales
Family Asteraceae
Genus Jacobaea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the southwestern region of Europe. Its presence is primarily documented in the country of France, where it can be found in certain habitats. Additionally, the species extends its range into Spain, marking another significant part of its territory. These two nations represent the core areas where this medicinal species naturally occurs. Consequently, its habitat is limited to these specific Mediterranean-influenced landscapes.

Region Area
Southwestern Europe France
Southwestern Europe Spain

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Jacobaea leucophylla has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Jacaranone, Methyl (1-hydroxy-4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-yl)acetate.

Chemicals reported in Jacobaea leucophylla
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Jacaranone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Methyl (1-hydroxy-4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-yl)acetate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Jacaranone

  1. Journal of agricultural and food chemistry

Methyl (1-hydroxy-4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-yl)acetate

  1. Journal of agricultural and food chemistry