Hoggs Fennels
Peucedanum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Hoggs Fennels, scientifically known as Peucedanum, is a versatile genus of perennial herbs within the Apiaceae family. Renowned for their aromatic foliage and delicate umbels, these plants feature unique phytochemical properties. Historically utilized in traditional medicine, they offer intriguing potential for contemporary pharmacological research and therapeutic botanical applications.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Hoggs Fennels · Hog'S Fennel
- Scientific synonyms
- Alvardia · Selinum · 15 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Hoggs Fennels
- Hog's Fennel
Scientific Names
Accepted name
PeucedanumSynonyms
- Alvardia
- Selinum
- Elaeochytris
- Macroselinum
- Thyselium
- Tommasinia
- Ormosolenia
- Oreoselinum
- Imperatoria
- Angelium
- Apseudes
- Analyrium
- Archemora
- Pteroselinum
- Xanthoselinum
- Oreoselis
- Calestania
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Haarstrang
- Haarstrang
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Apiaceae within the 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 exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Its distribution also extends to the northern territories of Finland. Furthermore, the species is present in the Faroe Islands, known locally as Føroyar. Finally, its habitat encompasses the islands of Great Britain and Ireland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Peucedanum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Nodakenin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Nodakenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Nodakenin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Activities
Peucedanum has 5 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Anticonvulsant, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Insect-Repellent.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticonvulsant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Insect-Repellent | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticancer
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Anticonvulsant
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Antimicrobial
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Antioxidant
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Insect-Repellent
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy