Pycnanthemum setosum
Pycnanthemum setosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (252 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Pycnanthemum setosum, is a resilient perennial herb native to North America. Commonly called serrated mountain mint, this plant is celebrated for its aromatic foliage and white, clustered flowers. It serves as a vital pollinator magnet, supporting diverse bee populations while offering unique medicinal properties.
- Family
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- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pycnanthemum setosumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the United States. In the Northeastern United States, its presence is documented in New Jersey. Moving toward the Southeastern United States, the species can be found in Delaware. This southeastern range extends further south into the states of Georgia and Florida. Additionally, the plant's distribution reaches into Louisiana within the southeastern region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New Jersey | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Delaware | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Georgia | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Louisiana | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Maryland | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | North Carolina | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Virginia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pycnanthemum setosum has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, 1-OCTEN-3-OL, 3-OCTANOL, ALPHA-PINENE, BETA-PINENE.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-Cineole | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-OCTEN-3-OL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-OCTANOL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Borneol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CARVONE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caryophyllene | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pycnanthemum setosum has 224 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |