Sarracenia oreophila
Sarracenia oreophila · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (32 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Sarraceenia oreophila, is a rare carnivorous pitcher plant endemic to the boggy wetlands of the southeastern United States. Distinguished by its striking, colorful traps, this species captures insects to supplement nutrient-poor soils, making it a fascinating subject for botanical study and specialized horticultural conservation efforts.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Sarracenia oreophilaDistribution
This plant is a specialized carnivorous species found exclusively within the Southeastern United States. Its natural range is quite limited and restricted to specific wetland habitats. Within this region, it can be found growing in the state of Alabama. Additionally, its distribution extends into parts of Georgia. Finally, populations of this species are also documented in North Carolina.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Georgia | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | North Carolina | WCVP |
Chemicals
Sarracenia oreophila has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Foeniculin, Hyperoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Foeniculin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hyperoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Foeniculin
- Dr. Duke
Hyperoside
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Sarracenia oreophila has 30 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Analgesic, Antiaging, Antibacterial, Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaging | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticapillary-Fragility | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidermatitic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antielastase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihepatotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |