Nepeta binaloudensis
Nepeta binaloudensis, commonly known as Binualoud Catnip, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its aromatic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to soothe nervous tension and alleviate digestive discomfort, offering a natural, botanical approach to promoting overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Nepeta binaloudensis
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is placed within the genus Nepeta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nepeta | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural distribution is confined to the region of Western Asia. More specifically, it is found natively within the borders of Iran. Because of this localized occurrence, the species is considered endemic to this particular area. Understanding this narrow habitat is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Nepeta binaloudensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, tannin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |