Pycnanthemum nudum
Pycnanthemum nudum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (76 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Pycnanthemum nudum, scientifically known as Pycnanthemum nudum, is commonly called Spreading Mentha. This versatile perennial herb is celebrated for its aromatic foliage and striking white flower clusters. Often used in traditional medicine for its soothing properties, it also serves as a vital nectar source for diverse pollinator species.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pycnanthemum nudumDistribution
This plant is primarily found throughout the Southeastern United States. Its natural range includes several specific states within this region. For instance, you can locate it growing in Alabama and Florida. It also inhabits parts of Georgia and North Carolina. Furthermore, its distribution extends into South Carolina.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Georgia | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | North Carolina | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | South Carolina | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pycnanthemum nudum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CARVACROL, EO, THYMOL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CARVACROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| THYMOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CARVACROL
- Dr. Duke
EO
- Dr. Duke
THYMOL
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Pycnanthemum nudum has 73 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Acaricide, Allergenic, Analgesic, Ancylostomicide, Anesthetic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ancylostomicide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ankylostomacide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacne | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialzheimeran? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |