Peucedanum dhana
Peucedanum dhana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Peucedanum dhana, is a highly valued medicinal herb primarily used in traditional Ayurvedic practices. Renowned for its aromatic seeds, it serves as a potent digestive stimulant and carminative. This plant plays a crucial role in treating gastrointestinal disorders, supporting overall metabolic health and wellness.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Peucedanum Dhana Var. Dalzellii
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Peucedanum dhanaSynonyms
- Peucedanum dhana var. dalzellii
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Peucedanum dhana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Peucedanum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Peucedanum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Peucedanum dhana, exhibits a broad distribution across the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally within the diverse terrains of India. The species also inhabits significant portions of Pakistan and Nepal. Additionally, its range extends into the lush landscapes of Bangladesh. Finally, the plant is recorded as being present in the region of Assam.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Peucedanum dhana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include LIMONENE, O-CYMENE, trans-Piperitol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| LIMONENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| O-CYMENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trans-Piperitol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
LIMONENE
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O-CYMENE
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trans-Piperitol
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Conditions
Peucedanum dhana has 4 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, cervical cancer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Enterobacter aerogenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cervical cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Enterobacter aerogenes
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Escherichia coli
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa
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Cervical cancer
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