Lomelosia stellata
Lomelosia stellata, commonly known as the "Starry Lomelosia," is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Often found in tropical regions, it is recognized for its diverse bioactive compounds. Researchers study this species for its potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, offering promise for modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Lomelosia stellata
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Dipsacales, and the family Caprifoliaceae. Within this hierarchical structure, it is identified by the genus Lomelosia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lomelosia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Lomelosia stellata, is referred to by various names depending on the language and region. In the Kabyle language, it is commonly called Bubuc, while in Chinese, it is identified as 星芒蓝盆花 (including its variations in zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn). Additionally, in Spanish, it is referred to as Scabiosa stellata.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| kab | Bubuc | Wikidata |
| zh | 星芒蓝盆花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 星芒蓝盆花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 星芒蓝盆花 | Wikidata |
| es | Scabiosa stellata | Wikidata |
| zh | 星芒松虫草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across parts of the Mediterranean region. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing in France, Portugal, and Spain. Its range also extends into Northern Africa, where it is present in Algeria. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Libya. Collectively, these locations highlight its presence across diverse coastal and continental landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | California | WCVP |
Activities
Lomelosia stellata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |