Sideritis sipylea
Sideritis sipylea, commonly known as a medicinal shrub native to the Mediterranean, is valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally used to treat respiratory ailments and inflammatory conditions. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a subject of significant interest in ethnopharmacology.
- Scientific name: Sideritis sipylea
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Sideritis.
| 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 sipylea, is known by various names depending on the local language and region. In Greek, it is commonly referred to as σιδηρίτης (sidiritis) or σιδηρίτης της Σπήλης (sidiritis tis Spilis), while in English, it is often called Sipylus ironwort. In Turkish, it is known as Sipylüs çayı, reflecting its traditional use in herbal infusions.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the regions of Western Asia. Its primary distribution can be found across the various islands of the East Aegean. Additionally, it is native to the extensive landscapes of Türkiye. These specific locations define the natural habitat where the species thrives. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to these particular Mediterranean and West Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | East Aegean Is. | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Sideritis sipylea has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, iridoids, lavandulifolioside.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| iridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lavandulifolioside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sideritis sipylea has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastrointestinal disorders.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |