Siler siculum
Siler siculum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Siler siculum, scientifically known as Siler siculum, is a resilient medicinal herb native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, this plant has long been utilized in traditional herbalism to support digestive health and provide antioxidant benefits, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and vitality.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Laserpitium Garganicum Subsp. Siculum · Laserpitium Siler Subsp. Siculum · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Siler siculumSynonyms
- Laserpitium garganicum subsp. siculum
- Laserpitium siler subsp. siculum
- Siler montanum subsp. siculum
- Laserpitium siculum
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Siler siculum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales. It is further categorized into the family Apiaceae and the genus Siler.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Siler |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a very restricted and specialized geographical range. Its presence is primarily limited to the specific region of Southeastern Europe. Within this area, the species is found exclusively on the island of Sicilia. Because of this narrow habitat, it is considered an endemic species to that particular location. Consequently, its entire natural distribution is confined to these specific Mediterranean territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Siler siculum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Chemicals
Siler siculum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include SL-1.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| SL-1 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
SL-1
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)