Phlomoides hyoscyamoides
Phlomoides hyoscyamus, commonly known as Henbane, is a potent medicinal herb belonging to the Solanaceae family. Renowned for its high concentrations of tropane alkaloids, it has historically been utilized for its sedative and analgesic properties. However, due to its extreme toxicity, it must be handled with immense caution.
- Scientific name: Phlomoides hyoscyamoides
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Phlomoides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phlomoides | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Phlomoides hyoscyamus, is known by various common names depending on the language and region. In English, it is frequently referred to as Henbane or Henbane-leaved Phlomoides, while in German, it is called Alraunwurzel. In French, the species is known as Jusquiame, and in Russian, it is commonly called Белена (Belena).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Phlomoides hyoscyamoides, exhibits a very limited natural range. Its presence is specifically documented within the region of Western Asia. Within this broad territory, the species is found inhabiting the landscapes of Iran. Because its documented location is so specific, it is considered to have a restricted geographical distribution. Consequently, understanding its habitat in this particular area is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Phlomoides hyoscyamoides has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include quercetin, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phlomoides hyoscyamoides has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |