Laser archangelica
Laser archangelica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Laser archangelica, scientifically known as Laser archangelica, is a perennial herb prized in traditional medicine for its aromatic roots. Renowned for its carminative and antispasmodic properties, it has historically been used to treat digestive ailments and respiratory issues, offering a potent, natural approach to supporting overall gastrointestinal health.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Laserpitium Archangelica
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Laser archangelicaSynonyms
- Laserpitium archangelica
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Laser.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Laser |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several regions of Europe. In Middle Europe, it can be found spanning the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Its presence is also well-documented within the borders of Poland. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species inhabits the landscapes of Bulgaria and Romania. Additionally, it is distributed throughout the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Laser archangelica has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- Beilstein journal of organic chemistry
Chemicals
Laser archangelica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Archangelolide, Trilobolide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Archangelolide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trilobolide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Archangelolide
- Beilstein journal of organic chemistry
Trilobolide
- Beilstein journal of organic chemistry
Activities
Laser archangelica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Beilstein journal of organic chemistry
Preparations
Laser archangelica has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include supercritical CO2 extraction.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Supercritical co2 extraction | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Supercritical co2 extraction
- Beilstein journal of organic chemistry