Pelargonium quercetorum
Pelargonium quercetorum, commonly known as the oak-leaved geranium, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to specific African regions. Valued for its unique phytochemical profile, it possesses significant therapeutic potential. Researchers explore its bioactive compounds for their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, highlighting its growing importance in traditional and modern herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Pelargonium quercetorum
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Geraniales and is a member of the family Geraniaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Pelargonium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Geraniales | WCVP |
| Family | Geraniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pelargonium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pelargonium quercetorum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is often referred to as the Oak-leaved Pelargonium, a name derived from the distinctive shape of its foliage. In Spanish, it is commonly called Pelargonio de hoja de roble, reflecting its morphological characteristics. In Portuguese, the plant is known as Gerânio de folhas de carvalho, while in French, it is referred to as Pélargonium à feuilles de chêne.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Pelargonium quercetorum, exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the Middle East. Its presence is documented across the region of Western Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Iraq. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the territories of Türkiye. These locations represent the primary known habitats for this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pelargonium quercetorum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, hydroxycinnamic acids, thymol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxycinnamic acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thymol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pelargonium quercetorum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include colon cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| colon cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |