Silene succulenta
Catchfly
Silene succulenta, commonly known as the succulent campion, is a distinctive perennial herb native to rocky, mountainous regions. Characterized by its fleshy, moisture-retaining leaves and delicate, star-shaped flowers, this resilient species thrives in challenging terrains, offering unique botanical interest and potential medicinal properties within its specialized ecological niche.
- Scientific name: Silene succulenta
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Silene succulenta, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Caryophyllaceae and the genus Silene.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Silene | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by various names across different languages, is referred to as Catchfly in English. In Arabic, it is called سيلينة عصارية, while in Russian, it is known as Смолёвка суккулентная. In Hebrew, the plant is commonly identified as ציפרנית בשרנית or ציפורנית בשרנית.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | سيلينة عصارية | Wikidata |
| ru | Смолёвка суккулентная | Wikidata |
| he | ציפרנית בשרנית | Wikidata |
| en | Catchfly | Wikidata |
| he | ציפורנית בשרנית | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several Mediterranean regions. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing on the islands of Corse and Sardegna. Its range extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically inhabiting the area of Kriti. Additionally, the species is present in Northern Africa, where it is located in Egypt. Finally, its distribution continues through the neighboring North African nation of Libya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Silene succulenta has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Silene succulenta has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Silene succulenta has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, inflammation, oxidative stress, urinary tract diseases.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| urinary tract diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |