Papaver tenuifolium
Papaver tenuifolium, commonly known as the thin-leaved poppy, is a resilient medicinal herb native to arid regions. Valued in traditional pharmacology, it contains unique alkaloids with potential analgesic and sedative properties. This plant serves as a vital subject for studying phytochemical compounds used in developing modern natural therapeutics.
- Scientific name: Papaver tenuifolium
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Papaveraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Papaver, specifically as the species Papaver tenuifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Papaveraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Papaver | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Papaver tenuifolium, exhibits a specific and limited geographical range. Its primary occurrence is documented within the vast region of Western Asia. Within this territory, the species can be specifically located in the country of Iran. This distribution pattern highlights its adaptation to the particular environmental conditions found in that part of the world. Consequently, finding this medicinal plant requires focusing efforts on these particular landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Papaver tenuifolium has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include morphine, thebaine.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| morphine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thebaine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |