Koelpinia linearis
Koelpinia linearis, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb, is a remarkable plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, it offers significant bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its role in natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Koelpinia linearis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Koelpinia linearis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is situated within the genus Koelpinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Koelpinia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution that spans across several distinct regions. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Spain. Moving toward Eastern Europe, the species can be found throughout Central European Russia and South European Russia. The range extends further into the territory of Ukraine. Finally, the distribution reaches into Northern Africa, where it is documented in Algeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
Activities
Koelpinia linearis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |