Scrophularia heterophylla laciniata
Scrophularia heterophylla subsp. laciniata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scrophularia heterophyllia laciniata, scientifically known as Scrophularia heterophyllia subsp. laciniata, is a unique medicinal plant characterized by its distinctively lobed leaves. Traditionally valued in various herbal practices, it offers diverse therapeutic potential. Understanding its botanical properties and chemical constituents is essential for exploring its role in natural medicine.
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Scrophularia Heterophylla Laciniata
- Scientific synonyms
- Scrophularia Laciniata Var. Olympica · Scrophularia Laciniata · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Scrophularia heterophylla laciniata
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Scrophularia heterophylla subsp. laciniataSynonyms
- Scrophularia laciniata var. olympica
- Scrophularia laciniata
- Scrophularia silaifolia
- Scrophularia jankae
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Scrophularia heterophylla laciniata
French:
- Scrophularia heterophylla laciniata
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Lamiales and the family Scrophulariaceae. Ultimately, this subspecies is situated within the genus Scrophularia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Scrophularia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout the regions of Southeastern Europe. Its presence has been documented across several specific countries, including Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Additionally, it can be found growing within the borders of Romania. The species also occupies significant territory throughout the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula. Together, these locations define the specific geographical range of this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
| Western Asia | East Aegean Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Scrophularia heterophylla subsp. laciniata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Advanced pharmaceutical bulletin
Activities
Scrophularia heterophylla subsp. laciniata has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Advanced pharmaceutical bulletin