Johrenia distans
Johrenia distans · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Johrenia distans, scientifically known as Johrenia distans, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Characterized by its delicate, divided foliage and umbelliferous flower clusters, this plant thrives in rocky, Mediterranean habitats. It holds significant interest in ethnobotany for its potential bioactive compounds and medicinal properties.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Caroselinum Distans · Johrenia Graeca · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Johrenia distansSynonyms
- Caroselinum distans
- Johrenia graeca
- Peucedanum distans
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, it is further categorized into the family Apiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Johrenia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Johrenia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific regions of Southeastern Europe. Its range includes the diverse landscapes located throughout Greece. Additionally, it is distributed across the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula. These locations define its natural habitat within the Mediterranean and Balkan territories. Consequently, its presence is concentrated in these particular geographical zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Johrenia distans has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Monoterpenes.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Monoterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Monoterpenes
- Journal of ethnopharmacology