Oenothera glazioviana
Oenothera glazioviana, commonly known as a rare species of evening primrose, is a distinctive medicinal plant found in specific mountainous habitats. Renowned for its unique botanical properties, it offers potential therapeutic benefits. Studying its phytochemical composition provides valuable insights into its traditional uses and emerging pharmacological applications in herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Oenothera glazioviana
- Family: Onagraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Myrtales and the family Onagraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Oenothera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Onagraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Oenothera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Oenothera glazioviana, exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within Northern Europe. Its distribution includes the coastal and inland regions of Great Britain and Ireland. Moving further north, the species can also be found across the Scandinavian Peninsula. Specifically, it inhabits parts of Norway and Sweden. Finally, its presence extends to the territory of Denmark, completing its northern European footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Oenothera glazioviana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Oenothera glazioviana has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antitumor, Phytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |