Laggera tomentosa
Laggera tomentosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Laggera tomentoza, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation and skin conditions. Its unique chemical profile offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Blumea Petitiana · Blumea Tomentosa
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Laggera tomentosaSynonyms
- Blumea petitiana
- Blumea tomentosa
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. Within this family, it is specifically categorized under the genus Laggera.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Laggera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Laggera tomentoza, exhibits a specific geographical range within the arid and semi-arid regions of the subtropics. Its presence is notably documented across Northeast Tropical Africa, specifically within the borders of Ethiopia. Additionally, the species extends its distribution into the Arabian Peninsula. Within this peninsula, the plant can be found growing in the territory of Yemen. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated in these two distinct yet interconnected ecological zones.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Laggera tomecosa is characterized by its growth form as a herb, displaying a non-woody structure throughout its development.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Laggera tomentosa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,5-Dimethoxy-p-cymene, Thymol methyl ether.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2,5-Dimethoxy-p-cymene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Thymol methyl ether | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2,5-Dimethoxy-p-cymene
- Turkish journal of chemistry
Thymol methyl ether
- Turkish journal of chemistry
Preparations
Laggera tomentosa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include EO.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Eo | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Eo
- Turkish journal of chemistry