Sideritis clandestina subsp. cyllenea
Sideritis clandestina subsp. cyllenea, commonly known as yerba de la muela, is a medicinal shrub native to South American landscapes. Valued in traditional folk medicine, this plant is primarily utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory and healing properties, often applied to treat skin ailments, wounds, and various digestive irregularities.
- Scientific name: Sideritis clandestina subsp. cyllenea
- 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 Sideritis. Specifically, this medicinal specimen is identified as the subspecies cyllenea of Sideritis clandestina.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sideritis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Sideritis clandestina subsp. cyllenea, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as silver bush, while in Spanish, it is known as matorral plateado or sideritis. Additionally, in Portuguese, it is called sideritis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is a specific subspecies with a very restricted natural range. Its presence is documented within the unique landscapes of Southeastern Europe. Specifically, this botanical variety can be found growing in the country of Greece. This limited distribution suggests that the subspecies is highly specialized to the local environment of the region. Consequently, its geographical footprint is concentrated in this particular Mediterranean area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |