Teucrium botrys
Teucrium botrys · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Extensive (198 studies) · ★★★★☆
, scientifically known as Teucrium botrys, is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Commonly called bastard rue, this plant is distinguished by its small, white-to-pinkish flowers and aromatic foliage. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, it possesses various bioactive properties valued for its potential therapeutic applications in traditional practices.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Teucrium botrysDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it is found inhabiting the landscapes of Austria and Belgium. The species also extends its range through the territories of Czechia-Slovakia. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the various regions of Germany.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
Chemicals
Teucrium botrys has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoquercitrin, choline, diosmin, quercetin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Isoquercitrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| choline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diosmin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Isoquercitrin
- Dr. Duke
choline
- Dr. Duke
diosmin
- Dr. Duke
quercetin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Teucrium botrys has 194 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, ACE-Inhibitor, ATPase-Inhibitor, Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ATPase-Inhibitor | 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCVI | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |