Psephellus sibiricus
Psephellus sibiricus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Psephellus sibiricus, is a remarkable medicinal herb primarily found in high-altitude regions. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this plant contains bioactive compounds used in traditional medicine to address various ailments. Its unique chemical profile makes it a subject of significant interest in modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Leaves · Appendages Of The Bracts
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Centaurea Sibirica · Cyanus Sibiricus · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Psephellus sibiricusSynonyms
- Centaurea sibirica
- Cyanus sibiricus
- Heterolophus sibiricus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Psephellus, specifically as the species Psephellus sibiricus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Psephellus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of Northern and Central Asia. In Eastern Europe, its presence is noted throughout East European Russia. The species is also well-established in Siberia, specifically within the Altay and West Siberia regions. Moving into Central Asia, it can be found growing in Kazakhstan. Finally, its geographical range extends into China, particularly within the Xinjiang province.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | West Siberia | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Psephellus sibiricus, possesses specific morphological characteristics that are utilized in its medicinal applications. The medicinal properties are primarily associated with the leaves, which serve as a key vegetative component of the species. Additionally, the plant features distinct appendages of the bracts, which are specialized leaf-like structures located at the base of the flowers that play a role in its overall botanical identity.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Phytochemistry (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| appendages of the bracts | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Psephellus sibiricus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cynaropicrin, Scoparone, Umbelliferone, scopoletin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cynaropicrin | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Scoparone | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Umbelliferone | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |