Nepeta supina subsp. supina
Nepeta supina subsp. supina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Nepeta supina subsp. supina, is a resilient perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Often recognized by its aromatic foliage and delicate blossoms, this subspecies holds significant ethnobotanical value. It is frequently studied for its calming properties and potential therapeutic applications in traditional medicinal practices.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dracocephalum Caucasicum · Nepeta Caucasica · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Nepeta supina subsp. supinaSynonyms
- Dracocephalum caucasicum
- Nepeta caucasica
- Nepeta fissa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Nepeta. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies supina within the species Nepeta supina.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Nepeta |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the western regions of Eurasia. It can be found growing naturally across the North Caucasus mountain range. Additionally, its presence extends throughout the Transcaucasus area. The species also inhabits various parts of Western Asia, specifically within Türkiye. These distinct locations define the primary natural habitat for this particular subspecies.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Caucasus | North Caucasus |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Nepeta supina subsp. supina has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Chrysophanol, Flavonoid, RUTIN, ferulic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysophanol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chrysophanol
- Natural product research
Flavonoid
- Natural product research
RUTIN
- Natural product research
ferulic acid
- Natural product research
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Nepeta fissa extracts | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |