Plantago afra subsp. afra
Plantago afra subsp. afra · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Plantago afra subsp. afra, is a perennial herb native to Southern Africa. Long revered in traditional medicine, particularly within San healer practices, it possesses potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This versatile plant is widely utilized to treat skin ailments, respiratory issues, and various inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Psyllium Cynops · Plantago Stricta Var. Divaricata · 21 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Plantago afra subsp. afraSynonyms
- Psyllium cynops
- Plantago stricta var. divaricata
- Plantago afra var. sicula
- Plantago psyllium var. durandoi
- Plantago psyllium var. parviflora
- Plantago psyllium var. bracteosa
- Psyllium parviflorum
- Plantago psyllium var. dentifolia
- Psyllium squalidum
- Plantago psyllium var. dubia
- Plantago psyllium var. sicula
- Plantago afra var. parviflora
- Plantago assoana
- Plantago cynops
- Plantago parviflora
- Plantago garganica
- Plantago divaricata
- Plantago rugosa
- Plantago pseudopsyllium
- Plantago sicula
- Plantago squalida
- Plantago durandoi
- Plantago cynopsidea
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, scientifically known as Plantago afra subsp. afra, 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 Plantaginaea. Finally, it is situated within the genus Plantago.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Plantago |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found throughout Belgium and the Netherlands. It also occupies significant territories within Germany. Finally, the plant extends its range across the Czechia-Slovakia region.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Plantago afra subsp. afra has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include OLEANOLIC ACID, Plantarenaloside, Verbascoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| OLEANOLIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Plantarenaloside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Verbascoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
OLEANOLIC ACID
- Pharmaceutica acta Helvetiae
Plantarenaloside
- Pharmaceutica acta Helvetiae
Verbascoside
- Pharmaceutica acta Helvetiae
Activities
Plantago afra subsp. afra has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Pharmaceutica acta Helvetiae