Tanacetum densum subsp. laxum
Tanacetum densum subsp. laxum, commonly known as the dense tansy, is a resilient perennial herb prized for its aromatic foliage. Historically utilized in traditional medicine for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, this plant offers unique bioactive compounds. Understanding its botanical characteristics is essential for exploring its potential therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Tanacetum densum subsp. laxum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Tanacetum. Specifically, this medicinal species is identified as the subspecies laxum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tanacetum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Tanacetum densum subsp. laxum, exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the distribution of this particular subspecies is documented in Türkiye. This narrow occurrence suggests that the plant is highly specialized to the local environmental conditions found there. Consequently, understanding its presence in this specific territory is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Tanacetum densum subsp. laxum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid, catechin, quercetin, stigmasterol, vanillic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vanillic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |