Plocama calabrica
Plocama calabrica, commonly known as a medicinal shrub endemic to Mediterranean regions, holds significant ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments. Recent pharmacological studies continue to explore its potential therapeutic properties, particularly regarding its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.
- Scientific name: Plocama calabrica
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic details place it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rubiaceae and is specifically identified under the genus Plocama.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Plocama | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Plocama calabrica, is known by several different common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as Calabrian Plocama, while in Italian, it is commonly called Plocama calabrica. In Greek, the plant is known as Πλοκάμα καλάβρικα.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across the Mediterranean regions of Southern and Southeastern Europe. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Spain. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species can be found growing in Albania and Greece. It also extends its range to include the territory of Italy. Finally, the plant is documented inhabiting the island of Kriti.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Plocamia calabrica, is valued for its various therapeutic components, with different medicinal properties often attributed to its specific anatomical structures. The roots are frequently utilized in traditional applications, often containing concentrated bioactive compounds. The leaf serves as a primary site for photosynthesis and is a common part used in herbal preparations due to its chemical composition. Furthermore, the aerial parts of the plant, which include the stems and reproductive structures, contribute significantly to its overall pharmacological profile, making the entire upper portion of the plant a subject of medicinal interest.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Plocama calabrica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |