Lomatogonium carinthiacum
Lomatogonium carinariacum, commonly known as the Carinthian false moss, is a specialized bryophyte native to high-altitude alpine ecosystems. While not a primary source of pharmacology, it holds significant ecological value. Studying its unique physiological adaptations provides vital insights into plant resilience and survival within extreme, moisture-sensitive mountain habitats.
- Scientific name: Lomatogonium carinthiacum
- Family: Gentianaceae
- 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 Gentianales, it is classified under the family Gentianaceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus, Lomatogonium, and its species name, Lomatogonium carinthiacum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lomatogonium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Lomatogonium carinathiacum, is known by several different names depending on the language and region. In German, it is referred to as the Kärntner Tauernblümchen, while in Armenian, its name is Լոմատոգոնիում կարինտյան. In Chinese, it is identified as 肋柱花, a name that is used consistently across various scripts and regional standards, including 肋柱花 (zh), 肋柱花 (zh-hans), and 肋柱花 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Kärntner Tauernblümchen | Wikidata |
| zh | 肋柱花 | Wikidata |
| hy | Լոմատոգոնիում կարինտյան | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 肋柱花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 肋柱花 | Wikidata |
| de | Kärntner Saumnarbe | Wikidata |
| fr | Lomatogonium de Carinthie | Wikidata |
| zh | 加地侧蕊 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Its presence also extends into Southeastern Europe, where it inhabits parts of Italy. Additionally, the species is recorded in the country of Romania. Collectively, these locations define the primary geographical range of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lomatogonium carinthiacum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include secoiridoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| secoiridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |