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Sempervivum davisii

Sempervivum davisii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Sempervivum davisii, is a resilient succulent prized in traditional herbalism. Often called "Houseleek," this hardy perennial grows in dense rosettes. Renowned for its soothing properties, it is frequently applied topically to treat minor burns, skin irritations, and wounds, offering natural healing through its bioactive compounds.

Family
Crassulaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sempervivum davisii

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Crassulaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Sempervivum as the species Sempervivum davisii.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Saxifragales
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Sempervivum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the mountainous regions of Western Asia. Its natural range includes significant portions of Türkiye where it thrives in specific rocky habitats. Additionally, the species is distributed across various landscapes in Iran. A key part of its geographical footprint is located within the Transcaucasus region of the Caucasus. Together, these locations define the specific ecological zones where the species can be discovered.

Region Area
Caucasus Transcaucasus
Western Asia Iran
Western Asia Türkiye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Sempervivum davisii has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-DECENAL, 2-UNDECENAL, NONANAL, kaempferol, quercetin hexoside.

Chemicals reported in Sempervivum davisii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
2-DECENAL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
2-UNDECENAL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
NONANAL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
quercetin hexoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

2-DECENAL

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2-UNDECENAL

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NONANAL

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kaempferol

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quercetin hexoside

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Activities

Sempervivum davisii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Sempervivum davisii
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antioxidant

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Preparations

Sempervivum davisii has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethanol-based lyophilized extracts, hydrophilic extracts.

Preparations reported for Sempervivum davisii
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethanol-based lyophilized extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Hydrophilic extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethanol-based lyophilized extracts

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Hydrophilic extracts

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