Phlomis nissolii

Phlomis nissolii, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a distinctive plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Found in specific ecological niches, it holds significant ethnobotanical value. Researchers are increasingly exploring its unique phytochemical profile for potential therapeutic applications, focusing on its bioactive compounds and traditional healing properties.

  • Scientific name: Phlomis nissolii
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Phlomis nissolii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Phlomis.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Lamiales WCVP
Family Lamiaceae WCVP
Genus Phlomis WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Phlomis nissolii, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as Nissoi's Phlomis, while in Chinese, it is known as 念慈菠 (Niàn cí bù).
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Phlomis nissolii, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. It is native to the region of Western Asia. Within this broad territory, its presence is documented exclusively in Türkiye. This localized distribution suggests that the species may be endemic to certain parts of the Turkish landscape. Consequently, understanding its specific habitat within this country is essential for its conservation.

Region Area Source
Western Asia Türkiye WCVP

Chemicals

Phlomis nissolii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Germacrene D, hexahydrofarnesyl acetone, linalool, n-hexadecanoic acid.

Total chemicals
4
Scientific sources
4

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Germacrene D 1 ★☆☆☆☆
hexahydrofarnesyl acetone 1 ★☆☆☆☆
linalool 1 ★☆☆☆☆
n-hexadecanoic acid 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Phlomis nissolii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic.

Total activities
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Analgesic 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antipyretic 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Phlomis nissolii has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antipyretic.

Total uses
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
analgesic 1 ★☆☆☆☆
antipyretic 1 ★☆☆☆☆