Kelussia odoratissima
Kelussia odoratissima · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (32 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Kelussia odoratissima, is a remarkable medicinal plant cherished for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its unique aromatic profile, this species holds significant importance in traditional healing practices. Its diverse bioactive compounds offer promising potential for developing new treatments, making it a vital subject of botanical study.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kelussia odoratissimaTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, placing it in the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Kelussia, with the specific species name Kelussia odoratissima.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kelussia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Kelussia odoratissima, possesses a very specific and restricted geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, current botanical records indicate that it can be found in Iran. Because its habitat appears to be limited to this particular area, it is considered a localized species. Consequently, understanding the environmental conditions of this specific region is essential for the conservation of the plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Kelussia odoratissima, is valued for its therapeutic properties which are primarily derived from its various aerial parts. The most significant components utilized for medicinal purposes are the leaves, which serve as a rich source of bioactive compounds. Within these structures, the plant produces potent essential oils that contribute to its distinct aroma and concentrated pharmacological effects, making the collection of the above-ground vegetation vital for its traditional and scientific applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Galen medical journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Kelussia odoratissima has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ferulic acid, 3-n-butyl phthalide, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid, Biosol, CARVACROL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ferulic acid | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-n-butyl phthalide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Biosol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CARVACROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Z-ligustilide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| l-Perillaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ferulic acid
- Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products
- Avicenna journal of phytomedicine
3-n-butyl phthalide
- Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies
4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid
- Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products
Biosol
- Natural product research
CARVACROL
- Natural product research
Germacrene B
- Research in pharmaceutical sciences
Germacrene D
- Research in pharmaceutical sciences
STIGMASTEROL
- Research in pharmaceutical sciences
Z-ligustilide
- Research in pharmaceutical sciences
l-Perillaldehyde
- Natural product research
Activities
Kelussia odoratissima has 5 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anxiolytic, Cardiovascular, Hypolipidemic, Sedative.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Research in pharmaceutical sciences (and other 3 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiovascular | Research in pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Kelussia odoratissima has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, anxiolytic, cervical cancer, hypertension, inflammation.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | Research in pharmaceutical sciences (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiolytic | Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cervical cancer | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pulmonary hypertension | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| right ventricular hypertrophy | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sedative | Jundishapur journal of natural pharmaceutical products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extracts | Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil from aerial parts | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oils | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| extract | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |