Sideritis pauli

Sideritis pauli · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Extensive (209 studies) · ★★★★★

Scientifically known as Sideritis paulii, is a resilient perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. Often referred to as ironwort, this plant is celebrated in traditional medicine for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Its aromatic leaves are frequently brewed into soothing teas to support digestive and respiratory health.

Family
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Native range
Europe
Parts used
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sideritis pauli

Distribution

This plant is specifically found within the southwestern region of Europe. Its documented geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the country of Spain. Within this territory, it thrives in specific ecological niches suitable for its growth. This localized presence makes it a distinct component of the regional flora. Consequently, its natural habitat remains limited to these particular Mediterranean landscapes.

Region Area
Southwestern Europe Spain

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Sideritis pauli is characterized by its classification as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. In terms of its structural growth habit and survival strategy, it is categorized as a chamaephyte, meaning its regenerative buds are located close to or just above the soil surface, enabling it to withstand various environmental pressures. This life cycle and growth form allow the species to establish a stable presence within its specific ecological niche, navigating seasonal changes through its perennial nature and low-growing, hardy architecture.

Life form :
chamaephyte
Lifecycle :
annual

Morphology

The morphology of Sideritis pauli is characterized by a growth form classified as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its vegetative parts. This plant functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its growth habit to navigate its environment without requiring a host for nutrition, as it remains an independent organism. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial species, establishing its root system within the soil rather than growing as an epiphyte.

Climber :
self-supporting
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Growth form :
herb
Parasite :
independent
Woodiness :
non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Sideritis pauli has 41 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE, ALPHA-PINENE, ALPHA-THUJENE, Alpha terpinene.

Chemicals reported in Sideritis pauli
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
1,8-Cineole 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ALPHA-PINENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ALPHA-THUJENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Alpha terpinene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aromadendrene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
BETA-PINENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CAMPHENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Calacorene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

1,8-Cineole

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ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE

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ALPHA-PINENE

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ALPHA-THUJENE

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Alpha terpinene

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Aromadendrene

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BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE

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BETA-PINENE

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CAMPHENE

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Calacorene

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Activities

Sideritis pauli has 168 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide.

Activities reported in Sideritis pauli
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
(-)-Chronotropic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(-)-Inotropic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ACE-Inhibitor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
AChE-Inhibitor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Acaricide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Allelochemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Allelopathic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Allergenic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Allergenic? 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

(-)-Chronotropic

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(-)-Inotropic

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ACE-Inhibitor

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AChE-Inhibitor

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Acaricide

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Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor

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Allelochemic

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Allelopathic

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Allergenic

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Allergenic?

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