Peucedanum cervaria
Peucedanum cervaria, commonly known as the deer's fennel, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this aromatic plant is characterized by its delicate white umbels. It holds significant ethnobotanical value, traditionally utilized in various folk remedies for its unique medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Peucedanum cervaria
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, specifically within the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Peucedanum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Peucedanum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Peucedanum cervaria, is known by various regional names across different languages. In German, it is referred to as Hirschwurz-Haarstrang, while in Polish, the common name is Gorysz siny. In Bulgarian, it is called еленова самодивска трева, and in Belarusian, it is known as Дзікая пятрушка аленевая. Finally, in Ukrainian, it is identified as Смовдь оленяча.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Hirschwurz-Haarstrang | Wikidata |
| pl | Gorysz siny | Wikidata |
| bg | еленова самодивска трева | Wikidata |
| be | Дзікая пятрушка аленевая | Wikidata |
| uk | Смовдь оленяча | Wikidata |
| cs | smldník jelení | Wikidata |
| arz | بيوسيدانوم سيرفاريا | Wikidata |
| lv | Briežu rūgtdille | Wikidata |
| de | Hirschwurz | Wikidata |
| de | Hirsch-Haarstrang | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout several regions of Middle Europe. It can be found growing in the nation of Austria. Its presence extends to Belgium, marking a significant part of its range. The species is also documented within the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Finally, its geographical footprint includes Germany and Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Peucedum cervaria, is characterized by its distinct reproductive structures, specifically its fruits. The fruit of this species serves as a key morphological feature used for identification within its genus. In the study of its medicinal properties and botanical structure, analyzing the development and composition of these fruits is essential for understanding the plant's life cycle and potential therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Peucedanum cervaria has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Oleic acid, alpha-pinene, beta-myrcene, beta-pinene, fatty acids.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Oleic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-myrcene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linoleic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxypeucedanin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Peucedanum cervaria has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-positive bacteria, infectious diseases.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |