Onosma
Onosma, commonly known as stonecrop or gromwell, is a distinctive genus of flowering plants within the Boraginaceae family. Thriving in rocky, Mediterranean landscapes, these resilient perennials are celebrated for their striking, bell-shaped blossoms. Beyond their ornamental beauty, various species hold significant historical importance in traditional herbal medicine practices.
- Scientific name: Onosma
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Onosma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Onosma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within Middle Europe. It can be found growing in the mountainous and temperate landscapes of Austria. Additionally, its range extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. The species is also well-established within the borders of Germany. Finally, its geographical presence includes the scenic regions of Hungary and Switzerland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
Activities
Onosma has 6 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antithrombotic, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antithrombotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Onosma has 13 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abdominal pain, anthelmintic, blood diseases, bronchitis, burns.
- Total uses
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| burns | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiotonic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eye diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| purgative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |