Lavandula bipinnata
Lavandula bipinnata, commonly known as the bipinnate lavender, is a resilient aromatic shrub native to the Mediterranean. Renowned for its delicate, deeply divided foliage and fragrant purple blooms, this medicinal herb is prized in traditional wellness practices for its soothing properties, ability to reduce anxiety, and calming skin benefits.
- Scientific name: Lavandula bipinnata
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Lavandula.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lavandula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Lavandula bipinnata, is referred to by the common name 裂叶薰衣草 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 裂叶薰衣草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Lavandula bipinnata, exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the Asian continent. Its natural range is primarily concentrated within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, this species can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of India. Additionally, its presence extends across the borders into the country of Bangladesh. Therefore, these two nations represent the primary regions where this medicinal plant is located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lavandula bipinnata, is primarily valued for its therapeutic properties derived from its aerial parts. These above-ground structures include the aromatic, silvery-green foliage and the slender, upright flowering spikes that characterize the species. The essential oils responsible for its medicinal scent and calming effects are concentrated within these aerial components, making them the primary focus for harvesting and extraction in traditional and modern herbal applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lavandula bipinnata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lavandula bipinnata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiparasitic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiparasitic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lavandula bipinnata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |