Reaumuria vermiculata
Reaumuria vermiculata, commonly known as the creeping Reaumur, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional practices. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat skin ailments and digestive issues. Its unique bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Reaumuria vermiculata
- Family: Tamaricaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, falling into the family Tamaricaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Reaumuria, specifically the species Reaumuria vermiculata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Tamaricaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Reaumuria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the Mediterranean region. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is noted within the territory of Sicilia. Its range extends significantly into Northern Africa, where it can be found in Algeria. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the North African nations of Egypt and Libya. Finally, its habitat includes the coastal and inland areas of Tunisia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
Chemicals
Reaumuria vermiculata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include myricetin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| myricetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Reaumuria vermiculata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |