Lonicera hispidula var. hispidula
Lonicera hispidula var. hispidula · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lonicera hispidula var. hispidula, is a versatile shrub native to North America. Often recognized by its bristly stems and delicate blossoms, this plant holds significant traditional value. It is frequently utilized in herbal remedies for its purported anti-inflammatory properties and its role in supporting overall wellness.
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Caprifolium Subspicatum · Lonicera Hispidula Var. Douglasii · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lonicera hispidula var. hispidulaSynonyms
- Caprifolium subspicatum
- Lonicera hispidula var. douglasii
- Lonicera hispidula var. californica
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Dipsacales and the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Lonicera as the variety hispidula.
| 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 wide geographical range stretching from the northern reaches of North America down to Mexico. In Western Canada, its distribution is primarily found within the province of British Columbia. Moving south into the Northwestern United States, it inhabits the regions of Oregon and Washington. The species also extends into the Southwestern United States, specifically throughout California. Finally, its range reaches the Mexican Pacific Islands, completing its diverse coastal and continental distribution.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Canada | British Columbia |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Oregon |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Washington |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | California |
| Mexico | Mexican Pacific Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Lonicera hispidula var. hispidula has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include TNF alpha.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| TNF alpha | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
TNF alpha
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica