Angel Wings
Senecio candidans · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Angel Wings, scientifically known as Seneciio candidans, is a striking medicinal plant celebrated for its velvety, silver-white foliage. Often found in subtropical regions, this perennial offers unique aesthetic beauty alongside traditional healing properties. It is frequently studied for its potential bioactive compounds and its role in supporting holistic wellness.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Angel Wings · Sea Cabbage
- Scientific synonyms
- Brachypappus Candicans · Culcitium Gayanum · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- Angel Wings
- Sea Cabbage
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Ailes d'ange
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Senecio candidansSynonyms
- Brachypappus candicans
- Culcitium gayanum
- Senecio culciremyi
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and is identified by the genus Senecio.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Senecio | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the southern regions of South America. Its presence is notable in the southern reaches of Argentina, where it thrives in specific habitats. In Chile, the species can be found spanning across both the central and southern territories. Beyond the mainland, the plant also extends its range to the Subantarctic Islands. Specifically, it inhabits the Falkland Islands, completing its unique geographical footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Falkland Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Senecio candidans has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include PA.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
PA
- Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous extract | Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |