Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaica
Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaica, is a resilient shrub native to the rugged landscapes of Central Asia. Renowned for its vibrant berries, this subspecies is highly valued in traditional medicine for its potent antioxidant properties, offering therapeutic benefits for immune support and promoting overall holistic wellness.
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Lonicera Caerulea Var. Hirsuta · Lonicera Caerulea Subsp. Hirsuta · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaicaSynonyms
- Lonicera caerulea var. hirsuta
- Lonicera caerulea subsp. hirsuta
- Lonicera altaica
- Lonicera caerulea var. altaica
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaica, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Dipsacales and the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Lonicera.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Lonicera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across significant portions of Northern Eurasia. In Eastern Europe, its range extends through both North European Russia and East European Russia. Moving eastward into Siberia, the species is well-established within the Altai region. Its presence continues through the territory of Buryatiya, demonstrating its adaptability to these continental climates. Finally, the distribution reaches into the Chita region, completing its extensive range across these diverse landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia |
| Eastern Europe | North European Russia |
| Siberia | Altay |
| Siberia | Buryatiya |
| Siberia | Chita |
| Siberia | Irkutsk |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk |
| Siberia | Tuva |
| Siberia | West Siberia |
| Siberia | Yakutiya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Lonicera caerulea subsp. altaica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include FLAVANONE, Hydroxycinnamic Acids, flavonols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| FLAVANONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hydroxycinnamic Acids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
FLAVANONE
- Doklady biological sciences : proceedings of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR, Biological sciences sections
Hydroxycinnamic Acids
- Doklady biological sciences : proceedings of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR, Biological sciences sections
flavonols
- Doklady biological sciences : proceedings of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR, Biological sciences sections