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Pterocephalus nestorianus

Pterocephalus nestorianus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Pterocephalus nestorianus, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Traditionally utilized in ancient herbal remedies, this species offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research. Understanding its bioactive compounds provides vital insights into treating various ailments and advancing natural healthcare solutions globally.

Family
Caprifoliaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pterocephalus Kurdicus Var. Viscosissimus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Pterocephalus nestorianus

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Dipsacales and the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Pterocephalus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Dipsacales
Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Pterocephalus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, Pterocephalus nestorianus, exhibits a specific geographical range across the Middle East. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the territories of Iran. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the country of Iraq. Finally, this medicinal plant is also documented to occur within Türkiye.

Region Area
Western Asia Iran
Western Asia Iraq
Western Asia Türkiye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Pterocephalus nestorianus has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-Hex-2-en-1-ol, (E)-Hex-2-enal, 3,5-Di-O-caffeoylquinic acid, 6,10,14-Trimethylpentadecan-2-one, Loganic acid.

Chemicals reported in Pterocephalus nestorianus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
(E)-Hex-2-en-1-ol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(E)-Hex-2-enal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
3,5-Di-O-caffeoylquinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
6,10,14-Trimethylpentadecan-2-one 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Loganic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
MYRISTIC ACID 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
lauric acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

(E)-Hex-2-en-1-ol

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

(E)-Hex-2-enal

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

3,5-Di-O-caffeoylquinic acid

  1. Natural product communications

6,10,14-Trimethylpentadecan-2-one

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Loganic acid

  1. Natural product communications

MYRISTIC ACID

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

lauric acid

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Activities

Pterocephalus nestorianus has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Antiproliferative.

Activities reported in Pterocephalus nestorianus
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antifungal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiproliferative 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antifungal

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Antiproliferative

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Conditions

Pterocephalus nestorianus has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include inflammation, Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis.

Conditions investigated for Pterocephalus nestorianus
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Inflammation 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Candida albicans 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Candida tropicalis 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Inflammation

  1. Natural product communications
  2. Chemistry & biodiversity

Candida albicans

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Candida tropicalis

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity