Leucas lavandulifolia
Leucas lavandulifolia, commonly known as Lavender-leaf Leucas, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its aromatic properties. Characterized by its distinct, lavender-scented foliage, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. It is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, showcasing the profound botanical richness of its natural habitat.
- Scientific name: Leucas lavandulifolia
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically falling into the family Lamiaceae. Within this botanical hierarchy, it is identified by the genus Leucas.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Leucas | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Leucas lavandulifolia, is known by various regional names depending on the language and location. In Chinese, it is referred to as 线叶白绒草 (zh), with the simplified form 线叶白绒草 (zh-cn) and the traditional form 線葉白絨草 (zh-tw) used respectively. In Indonesia, it is commonly called Lenglengan (id), while in Sundanese, it is known as Pacé-pacé (su).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 线叶白绒草 | Wikidata |
| id | Lenglengan | Wikidata |
| su | Pacé-pacé | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 线叶白绒草 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 線葉白絨草 | Wikidata |
| gor | Lenglengan | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions across the globe. In Southern Africa, it is specifically documented within the KwaZulu-Natal province. Its reach extends to the Western Indian Ocean, where it can be found in the Seychelles. Within the Asian continent, the species inhabits the Indian Subcontinent, specifically in the Assam region. Finally, the plant is also distributed throughout China, appearing in both the South-Central and Southeast territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Seychelles | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Leucas lavandulifolia, possesses distinct morphological features that are central to its botanical identity. The stem portion of the plant serves as a sturdy structural framework, typically characterized by its branching pattern and texture, which supports the upward growth of the herb. Complementing the stem are the leaves, which are a primary component of the plant's vegetative structure; these leaves are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices due to their specific chemical compositions and aromatic properties.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem portion | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Leucas lavandulifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include taraxerone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| taraxerone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Leucas lavandulifolia has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticoagulant, Antiplatelet, Thrombolytic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplatelet | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Thrombolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Leucas lavandulifolia has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, dermatitis, fever, psoriasis, snake bites.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dermatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psoriasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| snake bites | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |