Scrophularia striata
Scrophularia striata, commonly known as striped figwort, is a distinctive perennial herb native to various temperate regions. Characterized by its unique, spotted flower patterns and upright stems, this medicinal plant has historically been utilized in traditional herbalism for its purported anti-inflammatory and lymphatic-supporting properties within various folk remedies.
- Scientific name: Scrophularia striata
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is specifically placed in the family Scrophulariaceae. Ultimately, it is identified under the genus Scrophularia as Scrophularia striata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scrophularia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Scrophularia striata, is referred to by several common names depending on the language and regional usage. In Chinese, it is known as 伊朗玄参, a name that is consistently used across the various character standards including zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 伊朗玄参 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 伊朗玄参 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 伊朗玄参 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across parts of Central and Western Asia. Within Central Asia, its distribution includes the territories of Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Moving into Western Asia, the species can also be found inhabiting the rugged landscapes of Afghanistan. Furthermore, its presence extends into the country of Iran, completing its regional coverage. These locations collectively define the natural habitat where this medicinal species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Scrophularia striata, possesses distinct morphological features across its various structures. The stem is typically upright and somewhat square in cross-section, providing a sturdy framework for the growth of the plant. Attached to this stem are the leaves, which are generally opposite, lanceolate in shape, and feature serrated margins. As the plant matures, it produces small fruits, often in the form of capsules, which contain the tiny seeds necessary for reproduction and dispersal. Below the surface, the root system serves as the foundational anchor, absorbing essential nutrients and water from the soil to support the medicinal properties of the entire organism.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scrophularia striata has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include acteoside, echinacoside, salicylic acid, Abscisic acid, apigenin.
- Total chemicals
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acteoside | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| echinacoside | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salicylic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abscisic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinnamic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Scrophularia striata has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Scrophularia striata has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Hypertrophic Scar, allergy, eczema, inflammations, psoriasis.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertrophic Scar | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allergy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eczema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammations | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psoriasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scabies | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scarring | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scrofulas | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumors | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |