Satureja mutica
Satureja mutica, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized to address various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological applications and wellness.
- Scientific name: Satureja mutica
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It further falls into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically within the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Satureja.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Satureja | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Satureja mutica, is recognized by various local names depending on the region; in Russian, it is commonly referred to as Чабер тупоконечный.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Чабер тупоконечный | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range across several distinct regions of Western and Central Asia. In the area of Central Asia, its presence is documented within the borders of Turkmenistan. Moving toward the Caucasus, the species is found throughout the Transcaucasus region. Additionally, its distribution extends into Western Asia, specifically within the country of Iran. Together, these locations define the natural habitat where the plant can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Satureja mutica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include carvacrol, thymol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| carvacrol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thymol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |