Spartium junceum
Spartium junceum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (379 studies) · ★★★★★
Spartium junceuum, scientifically known as Spartium junceum, is a striking perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. Commonly called Spanish broom, it features slender, green stems and vibrant yellow flowers. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this hardy plant holds significant botanical interest for its unique chemical properties and ecological resilience.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Flowers
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Spartium junceumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing within the territory of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is established in both Belgium and Germany. The distribution extends to Southwestern Europe, where it inhabits the Baleares islands. Finally, it is also documented occurring in the Mediterranean region of Corse.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Spanish broom, is characterized by its vibrant and prominent flowers which play a significant role in its medicinal and botanical profile. These pea-like blossoms typically bloom in shades of bright yellow, attracting various pollinators during the warmer months. In traditional herbal practices, the chemical constituents found within the plant, including those present in the floral structures, have been studied for their potential bioactive properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Spartium junceum has 33 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,18-Octadecanediol, 1,26-Hexacosanediol, 2'-Hydroxygenistein, ANAGYRINE, Ash.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,18-Octadecanediol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,26-Hexacosanediol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2'-Hydroxygenistein | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ANAGYRINE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ash | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CYTISINE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chrysin 7-gentiobioside | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Juncein | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Spartium junceum has 343 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, ATPase-Inhibitor, Abortifacient.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ATPase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| extracts | Annals of clinical microbiology and antimicrobials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |