Scutellaria luteocaerulea
Scutellaria luteocaerulea, commonly known as the blue-yellow skullcap, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Native to specific montane regions, this plant is celebrated for its striking bicolor flowers. Researchers study its unique phytochemical profile for potential therapeutic properties, including antioxidant and neuroprotective medicinal benefits.
- Scientific name: Scutellaria luteocaerulea
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its specific genus is identified as Scutellaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scutellaria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Scutellaria luteocaerulea, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the yellow-blue skullcap. In Spanish, it is known as la escutela amarillo-azulada, and in Portuguese, it is called escutela amarelo-azulada.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Scutellaria luteocaerulea, possesses a specific geographical range concentrated within the arid regions of the Middle East and Central Asia. In the realm of Central Asia, its presence is notably documented within the borders of Turkmenistan. Moving toward Western Asia, the species expands its territory into the rugged landscapes of Afghanistan. Furthermore, the distribution continues through Western Asia to include the diverse terrains of Iran. Consequently, these three countries represent the primary habitats where this medicinal species can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Scutellaria luteocaerulea, possesses various anatomical structures, though its medicinal profile is often linked to specific components. While the aerial parts such as the leaves and flowers are frequently studied for their bioactive compounds, the roots serve as a vital part of its underground biological system. These roots function to anchor the plant firmly into the substrate and facilitate the absorption of essential nutrients and water required for its growth and the synthesis of secondary metabolites.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scutellaria luteocaerulea has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include wogonin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wogonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |