Laserpitium latifolium
Laserpitium latifolium, commonly known as broad-leaved laserwort, is a distinctive medicinal herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Renowned for its aromatic properties, it has been utilized in traditional medicine to address digestive ailments and inflammatory conditions. This plant offers significant therapeutic potential through its unique bioactive phytochemical compounds.
- Scientific name: Laserpitium latifolium
- Family: Apiaceae
- 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, it is situated in the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Laserpitium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Laserpitium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range across the northern and central regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented across several Scandinavian countries, including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It is also found further north within the borders of Finland. Moving toward the center of the continent, its distribution extends into Middle Europe. Specifically, the species can be located within the mountainous or lowland regions of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Laserpitium latifolium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include laserpitin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| laserpitin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |