Pulicaria burchardii
Pulicaria burchardii, commonly known as a species of tansy, is a resilient herbaceous plant valued in traditional medicine. Often found in diverse landscapes, it possesses unique phytochemical properties. Renowned for its aromatic qualities, this plant is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic benefits in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Pulicaria burchardii
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it falls under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Pulicaria, where it is known as Pulicaria burchardii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pulicaria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pulicaria burchardii, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as Burchard's Fleabane, while in Arabic, it is known as Al-Shidda (الشدة).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several distinct regions of the African continent and its surrounding islands. In Northern Africa, its presence is recorded within the borders of Morocco. The species is also found throughout Macaronesia, specifically inhabiting the Canary Islands, Cape Verde, and the Selvagens. Additionally, its range extends into West Tropical Africa, where it can be located in Mauritania. Together, these locations define the unique geographical footprint of Pulicaria burchardii.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Selvagens | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pulicaria burchardii, is valued primarily for its chemical properties found within its essential oil, which is extracted from the aromatic foliage and flowering parts of the herb. This oil serves as the most potent medicinal component, containing a complex profile of volatile compounds that contribute to its therapeutic potential. Because the bioactive constituents are concentrated within this liquid extract, the essential oil is the primary focus for applications involving its antimicrobial and soothing properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pulicaria burchardii has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pulicaria burchardii has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HSV-1, SARS-CoV-2, bacteria, spores.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HSV-1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SARS-CoV-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spores | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |