Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica
Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica, commonly known as a specialized Mediterranean herbaceous plant, belongs to the Apiaceae family. Endemic to specific Iberian landscapes, this subspecies holds significant ethnobotanical interest. Its unique chemical profile offers potential therapeutic properties, making it a subject of study for developing natural medicinal compounds.
- Scientific name: Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
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. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Libanotis and belongs to the subspecies pyrenaica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Libanotis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica, is known by various regional names depending on the language and locale. In Arabic, it is commonly referred to as المرمية الجبلية, while in English, it is known as Pyrenean Libanotis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across various parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is recorded in Denmark and Great Britain. It can also be found inhabiting the landscapes of Norway and Sweden. Moving toward the central part of the continent, the species is located in Middle Europe. Specifically, its geographical range extends into the country of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | 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 | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica, is characterized by its specific reproductive structures, particularly its fruits. These fruits serve as a vital component of the plant's morphology and are essential for its dispersal and survival within its natural habitat. In many medicinal species of this genus, the chemical composition and therapeutic properties can vary significantly between different stages of fruit development, making them a point of interest for botanical study.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Libanotis pyrenaica subsp. pyrenaica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |