Onobrychis argyrea
Onobrychis argyrea, commonly known as the silver-leafed umbellifer, is a distinctive medicinal plant found in specific regional ecosystems. Valued for its unique phytochemical properties, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to address various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential is essential for sustainable herbal integration.
- Scientific name: Onobrychis argyrea
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Onobrychis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Onobrychis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within certain regions of Western Asia and the Caucasus. It can be found growing across the Transcaucasus area, which serves as a key part of its natural habitat. Furthermore, its range extends into the mountainous and varied landscapes of Türkiye. The species is also documented to inhabit the territory of Iran. Consequently, these locations define the primary environmental zones where the plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Onobrychis argyrea has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin, apigenin, benzoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| benzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |