Scutellaria orientalis subsp. pinnatifida
Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida
Scutellaria orientalis subsp. pinnatifida, commonly known as a specialized subspecies of skullcap, is a resilient medicinal herb valued in traditional pharmacology. Renowned for its bioactive flavonoids, this plant offers significant neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties, serving as a vital botanical resource for studying neurological health and natural therapeutic interventions.
- Scientific name: Scutellaria orientalis subsp. pinnatifida
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 and family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Scutellaria. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies pinnatifida of the species Scutellaria orientalis.
| 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 is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is referred to as Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida, while in French, the name remains Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida. Similarly, in Russian, the plant is called Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida, and in Spanish, it is known as Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida. Finally, in Italian, the common name used is Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida | Wikidata |
| fr | Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida | Wikidata |
| ru | Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida | Wikidata |
| es | Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida | Wikidata |
| it | Scutellaria orientalis pinnatifida | Wikidata |
| bg | източна превара | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across both Southeastern Europe and Western Asia. Within the Balkan region, it can be found inhabiting various landscapes in Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Its distribution also extends into the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula. Beyond the European continent, the species reaches into Western Asia, specifically within the territory of Iran. Consequently, its habitat represents a diverse collection of territories across these two distinct regions.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Scutellaria orientalis subsp. pinnatifida, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine for its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers, contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic effects. Because the medicinal potency is concentrated in these aerial parts, they are typically harvested, dried, and processed to create various herbal preparations.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scutellaria orientalis subsp. pinnatifida has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include darendoside A, darendoside B, deacyl martynoside, leucosceptoside A, martynoside.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| darendoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| darendoside B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| deacyl martynoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leucosceptoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| martynoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| verbascoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |