Retama raetam gussonei
Retama raetam subsp. gussonei · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Retama raetam gussonei, scientifically known as Retama raetam subsp. gussonei, is a resilient shrub native to arid Mediterranean landscapes. Renowned for its pharmacological potential, this subspecies contains bioactive alkaloids and flavonoids. It is increasingly studied for its therapeutic properties, particularly in treating inflammatory conditions and supporting metabolic health.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Retama Raetam Gussonei
- Scientific synonyms
- Lygos Raetam Var. Sarcocarpa · Lygos Raetam Subsp. Gussonei · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Retama raetam gussonei
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Retama raetam subsp. gussoneiSynonyms
- Lygos raetam var. sarcocarpa
- Lygos raetam subsp. gussonei
- Retama gussonei
- Retama raetam var. sarcocarpa
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Retama raetam gussonei
French:
- Retama raetam gussonei
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Retama as the subspecies gussonei.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Retama |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is noted within the territory of Sicilia. Moving toward Western Asia, it can be found spanning the areas of Lebanon and Syria. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout Palestine in Western Asia. These specific locations define the natural range of this particular subspecies.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Palestine |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Retama raetam subsp. gussonei has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include quinolizidine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| quinolizidine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
quinolizidine
- Acta pharmaceutica Hungarica