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
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Séneçon à feuilles blanchâtres
- Séneçon argenté
- Herbe du Mézenc
- Séneçon argenté
- Séneçon à feuilles blanchâtres
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jacobaea leucophyllaSynonyms
- Senecio palmatus
- Senecio leucophyllus
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Jacobaea | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | 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.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Jacaranone | Journal of agricultural and food chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methyl (1-hydroxy-4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-yl)acetate | Journal of agricultural and food chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |