Onopordum acanthium
Onoṕordum acanthium, commonly known as thorny rhubarb, is a resilient perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Native to various subtropical regions, its roots contain potent bioactive compounds used to treat digestive ailments, inflammation, and skin conditions. This versatile plant remains a vital subject in ethnobotanical and pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Onopordum acanthium
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is specifically identified by its genus name, Onoṕordum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Onopordum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. Specifically, its presence can be observed throughout the territories of Denmark and Great Britain. It also inhabits the landscapes of Ireland, extending its range into the northern reaches of the continent. Furthermore, the species is found within the borders of Norway. Finally, its geographical reach includes the country of Sweden.
| 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
Onopordum acanthium has 22 reported phytochemicals identified across 26 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, luteolin, 13-oxo-9Z,11E-octadecadienoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 22
- Scientific sources
- 26
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 13-oxo-9Z,11E-octadecadienoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 24-methylenecholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hispidulin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Onopordum acanthium has 15 reported activities identified across 15 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include ACE-Inhibitor, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticholinesterase, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 15
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ACE-Inhibitor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Onopordum acanthium has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HeLa cells, Staphylococcus aureus, cardiotonic, neurodegenerative disorders, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HeLa cells | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiotonic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neurodegenerative disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sleep disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |