Pterocephalus nestorianus
Pterocephalus nestorianus, commonly known as the Nestorian Fern, is a rare medicinal plant prized in traditional ethnobotany. Renowned for its unique phytochemical properties, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and respiratory ailments. Understanding its bioactive compounds is essential for developing modern therapeutic applications and preserving its biodiversity.
- Scientific name: Pterocephalus nestorianus
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pterocephalus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pterocephalus nestorianus, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as the Nestorian pterocephalus, while in Chinese, it is commonly called 聂氏头花 (Niè shì tóu huā).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pterocephalus nestorianus has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 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, lauric acid.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-hex-2-en-1-ol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (E)-hex-2-enal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,5-di-O-caffeoylquinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6,10,14-trimethylpentadecan-2-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lauric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| loganic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myristic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pterocephalus nestorianus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pterocephalus nestorianus has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida tropicalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |