Lactuca tatarica
Lactuca tatarica, commonly known as the Tatar lettuce, is a perennial herb native to Central and Eastern Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, it contains bioactive compounds like lactucin. Often utilized for its sedative and analgesic properties, this plant plays a significant role in treating insomnia and soothing nervous tension.
- Scientific name: Lactuca tatarica
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation falls under the genus Lactuca.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lactuca | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the northern regions of the European continent. Within Northern Europe, it can be identified growing in the landscapes of Denmark. The species is also documented throughout the territories of Finland and Norway. Furthermore, its presence extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations define its primary geographical range in the north.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lactuca tatarica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include eudesmanolide, guaianolide.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| eudesmanolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| guaianolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |