Scrophularia subaphylla
Scrophularia subaphylla, commonly known as smooth figwort, is a perennial herb native to North America. Characterized by its distinctive hooded flowers and textured foliage, this plant belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. Historically, various species within this genus have been utilized in traditional medicine to address inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Scrophularia subaphylla
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Scrophulariaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Scrophularia, with its species name being subaphylla.
| 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, Scrophularia subaphylla, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as figwort or smooth figwort, names that reflect its botanical characteristics and historical uses. In French, the species is known as scrofulaire, and in Spanish, it is called escrofularia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Scrophularia subaphylla, exhibits a specific geographical range within the Middle East. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in the region of Western Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing naturally within the borders of Iran. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit parts of Iraq. Therefore, its presence is limited to these particular areas in Western Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Scrophularia subaphylla, is primarily utilized in traditional herbal practices for its medicinal properties found within the aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowering structures, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use. By harvesting the aerial parts during the plant's active growth stages, practitioners can collect the essential elements required for various preparations.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scrophularia subaphylla has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include verbascoside.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| verbascoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Scrophularia subaphylla has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Anti-Malarial, cancer.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Malarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |