Pimelea linifolia
Pimelea linifolia, commonly known as the flax-leaved pimelia, is a distinctive medicinal plant cherished for its unique botanical properties. Characterized by its slender, linear leaves, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. Exploring its bioactive compounds provides vital insights into traditional healing practices and modern pharmacological advancements in herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Pimelea linifolia
- Family: Thymelaeaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further categorized under the order Malvales and is a member of the Thymelaeaceae family. Finally, it is identified by the genus Pimelea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pimelea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pimelea linifolia, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is frequently referred to as flax-leaved pimelia, a name that reflects its distinct foliage. In its native Australian regions, it is also commonly known by the name flax-leaved pimelea.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to the diverse landscapes found across several Australian states. Its geographical range includes significant populations within New South Wales and Queensland. Additionally, it can be found growing in the regions of South Australia and Victoria. The distribution extends further south to include the island state of Tasmania. Consequently, this species is widely scattered throughout various parts of the Australian continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Australia | Tasmania | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pimelea linifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Linimacrin c, Pimelea factor P3, linimacrin d.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Linimacrin c | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pimelea factor P3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linimacrin d | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |