Tanacetum vulgare
Tansy
Tanacetum vulgare, commonly known as Tansy, is a perennial herb valued for its aromatic foliage and bright yellow button-like flowers. Historically used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and parasitic infections, it must be handled with care due to its potent essential oils and potential toxicity if misused.
- Scientific name: Tanacetum vulgare
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
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. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Tanacetum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tanacetum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Tanacetum vulgare, is referred to by various names across different languages and regions. In Chinese, it is called 菊蒿 (jú hāo), while in Polish, it is known as wrotycz pospolity. The French language identifies it as Tanaisie commune, and in the regional French dialect of Romansh, it is called Riinfreenken. Additionally, in Hungarian, the species is referred to as gilisztaűző varádics.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 菊蒿 | Wikidata |
| pl | wrotycz pospolity | Wikidata |
| fr | Tanaisie commune | Wikidata |
| frr | Riinfreenken | Wikidata |
| hu | gilisztaűző varádics | Wikidata |
| lv | Parastais biškrēsliņš | Wikidata |
| li | Wörmzäödsje | Wikidata |
| et | Harilik soolikarohi | Wikidata |
| de | Rainfarn | Wikidata |
| ja | タンジー | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct presence across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its distribution extends to the island territories of the Førøyars. Additionally, the species is documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, this medicinal plant is also established in the rugged terrain of Iceland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Tansy, is a perennial herb characterized by its distinct morphological features used in traditional medicine. The entire herb is often utilized, though specific therapeutic properties are concentrated in different structures. The leaves are deeply divided and aromatic, serving as a primary source of its bioactive compounds. At the flowering stage, the plant produces bright, button-like inflorescences that sit atop sturdy stems. While the roots can be processed for certain applications, much of the plant's medicinal potency is derived from its essential oil, which is extracted from the foliage and flowers to provide its characteristic pungent scent and pharmacological effects.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflorescents | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herbs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Essential Oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Tanacetum vulgare has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 31 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, chlorogenic acid, 3,5-DCQA, 6-hydroxyluteolin 7-glucoside, Camphor.
- Total chemicals
- 28
- Scientific sources
- 31
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,5-DCQA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6-hydroxyluteolin 7-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Camphor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cd | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Eucalyptol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Linalool oxide acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Tanacetum vulgare has 13 reported activities identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, Antioxidant, Antispasmodic, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiparasitic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Choleretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Tanacetum vulgare has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antispasmodic, anthelmintic, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, coccidiosis.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antispasmodic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coccidiosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretic effect | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretics | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |