Polystichum luctuosum
Polystichum luctuosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Extensive (174 studies) · ★★★★☆
, scientifically known as Polystichum luctuosum, is a resilient fern celebrated for its unique therapeutic potential. Often found in shaded, moist environments, this medicinal plant possesses bioactive compounds used in traditional healing. Understanding its botanical properties offers valuable insights into natural remedies and the diverse world of herbal medicine.
- Family
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- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Polystichum luctuosumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans across multiple continents and climate zones. In Middle Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Belgium and the Netherlands. Moving toward the southern hemisphere, it can be found in South Tropical Africa, specifically in Zimbabwe. The species also inhabits various regions of Southern Africa, including the Cape Provinces. Finally, its range extends into the mountainous terrain of Lesotho.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Lesotho | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Free State | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Polystichum luctuosum has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ARSENIC, BARIUM, BROMINE, CALCIUM, CHROMIUM.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ARSENIC | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BARIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BROMINE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHROMIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| COPPER | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chlorine- | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LEAD | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MANGANESE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ARSENIC
- Dr. Duke
BARIUM
- Dr. Duke
BROMINE
- Dr. Duke
CALCIUM
- Dr. Duke
CHROMIUM
- Dr. Duke
COPPER
- Dr. Duke
Chlorine-
- Dr. Duke
IRON
- Dr. Duke
LEAD
- Dr. Duke
MANGANESE
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Polystichum luctuosum has 154 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include ACE-Inhibitor, Acarifuge, Acnegenic, Amphiglycemic?, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acarifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acnegenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amphiglycemic? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anorexic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiAGE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiBPH | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCFS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |