Schenkia spicata
Schenkia spicata, commonly known as the Spicate Schenkia, is a delicate medicinal herb valued for its unique botanical properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this plant is studied for its bioactive compounds. Its traditional uses highlight its potential in herbal medicine, offering intriguing possibilities for future pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Schenkia spicata
- Family: Gentianaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales. Finally, it is a member of the family Gentianaceae and is identified by the genus Schenkia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Schenkia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Schenkia spicata, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as spiked schenkia, while in German, it is known as Ährenige Schenkia. In Spanish, the species is commonly called schenkia espicada, and in Italian, it is identified as schenkia spicata.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution primarily concentrated within Southwestern Europe. Its presence is documented across several distinct Mediterranean regions, including the islands of Baleares and Sardegna. Additionally, it can be found growing in the territory of Corse. The species also inhabits parts of mainland France. Finally, its range extends further west into the coastal areas of Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Activities
Schenkia spicata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |