Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri
Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri, commonly known as Spanish lavender, is a fragrant perennial native to the Mediterranean. Renowned for its striking bracts and aromatic oils, this medicinal plant offers soothing properties. It is traditionally utilized in aromatherapy and herbal remedies to alleviate stress, promote relaxation, and support skin health.
- Scientific name: Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri
- Family: Lamiaceae
- 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 falls under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Lavandula as the subspecies Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri.
| 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 by the common name 卢氏薰衣草 in Chinese, is a specific subspecies of lavender characterized by its unique botanical features and medicinal properties.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 卢氏薰衣草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is found within the specific regions of Southwestern Europe. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the Iberian Peninsula. Within this area, it can be located across various parts of Spain. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the territory of Portugal. These two countries represent the core of its geographical range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri, is highly valued for its chemical properties, which are primarily concentrated within its essential oil. This volatile oil is extracted from the aromatic flowering tops and the leafy green foliage, capturing the plant's potent therapeutic essence. The essential oil serves as the most significant medicinal component, containing the aromatic compounds responsible for the plant's calming, antiseptic, and restorative qualities.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antigiardial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antigiardial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |