Scutellaria arenicola
Scutellaria arenicola · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scutelariia arenicola, scientifically known as Scutelariia arenicola, is a medicinal herb valued for its unique pharmacological properties. Native to specific arid regions, this plant contains bioactive compounds that offer potential therapeutic benefits. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical profile is essential for exploring its role in modern herbal medicine.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Scutellaria arenicolaSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Scutellaria.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Scutellaria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Scutellaria arenicola, possesses a very limited and specific geographical range. Within the Southeastern United States, its presence is primarily restricted to a few select areas. Specifically, it can be found growing in the state of Florida. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit parts of South Carolina. These narrow locations define the known natural distribution of this medicinal herb.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | South Carolina |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Life history
The life history of Scutellaria arenicola is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist through multiple growing seasons. In terms of its structural growth habit and survival strategy, it is classified as a hemicryptophyte, meaning its perennating buds are located at or just below the soil surface, protected by leaf litter or ground debris. This hemicryptophytic life form ensures its ability to endure seasonal variations and environmental shifts within its specific habitat.
- Life form :
- hemicryptophyte
- Lifecycle :
- perennial
Morphology
The morphology of Scutellaria arenicola is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb and specifically a forb. It functions as a self-supporting plant, lacking any climbing or liana-like tendencies, and is categorized as a self-supporting structure rather than an obligatory or facultative climber. The plant is independent in its nutritional requirements, not exhibiting any parasitic behavior, and is primarily terrestrial rather than acting as an epiphyte. Its physical structure is defined by its non-woody nature, distinguishing it from more robust, woody species.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Growth form :
- herb
- Growth form :
- forb
- Parasite :
- independent
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Scutellaria arenicola has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Luteolin 7-O-glucuronide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Luteolin 7-O-glucuronide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Luteolin 7-O-glucuronide
- Scientific reports