Orobanche mutelii var. mutelii
Orobanche mutelii var. mutelii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Orobanche mutelii var. mutelii, is a specialized parasitic plant known for its unique ecological role. Lacking chlorophyll, it derives essential nutrients from host roots. In traditional medicine, various parts of this plant are utilized for their potential therapeutic properties, particularly in managing diverse inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Orobanchaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Orobanche mutelii var. muteliiSynonyms
- Orobanche aegyptiaca var. trinacria
- Orobanche mutelii f. panormitana
- Kopsia mutelii var. panormitana
- Phelypaea mutelii var. tenuiflora
- Orobanche mutelii var. floribunda
- Orobanche ramosa var. interrupta
- Phelypaea mutelii var. floribunda
- Orobanche ramosa var. brevispicata
- Phelypaea floribunda
- Orobanche panormitana
- Orobanche mutelii var. ramosissima
- Kopsia panormitana
- Orobanche mutelii var. angustiflora
- Orobanche mutelii f. spissa
- Phelypaea ramosa var. brevispicata
- Orobanche mutelii var. angustifolia
- Orobanche mutelii f. emarginata
- Orobanche mutelii var. interjecta
- Kopsia aegyptiaca var. trinacria
- Kopsia mutelii var. angustifolia
- Orobanche rufescens
- Orobanche interrupta
- Phelypaea concolor
- Phelypaea elongata
- Kopsia interrupta
- Phelypaea rufescens
- Phelypaea macrantha
- Phelypaea panormitana
- Phelypaea tenuiflora
- Phelipanche floribunda
- Phelipanche tenuiflora
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, taxonomically classified as Orobanche mutelii var. mutelii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Orobanchaceae. It is further categorized into the genus Orobanche.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Orobanchaceae |
| Genus | Orobanche |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the Mediterranean region of Southwestern Europe. Its presence is documented across several key areas, including the coastal territories of France and Portugal. It can also be found inhabiting various parts of the Iberian Peninsula, specifically within Spain. Furthermore, the species is distributed across significant island territories such as the Baleares and Sardegna. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for this particular variety.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Orobanche mutelii var. mutelii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include kaempferol, luteolin, protocatechuic acid, resveratrol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| kaempferol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| protocatechuic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resveratrol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
kaempferol
- Natural product research
luteolin
- Natural product research
protocatechuic acid
- Natural product research
resveratrol
- Natural product research