Teucrium lusitanicum subsp. lusitanicum
Teucrium lusitanicum subsp. lusitanicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (269 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Teucrium lusitanium subsp. lusitanicum, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean, this aromatic plant is valued for its medicinal properties. Historically utilized in traditional remedies, it contains bioactive compounds that offer potential therapeutic benefits for various health conditions.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Teucrium lusitanicum subsp. lusitanicumDistribution
This plant is a specific subspecies found within the diverse landscapes of Southwestern Europe. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the Iberian Peninsula. Specifically, its distribution encompasses various regions throughout Portugal. Additionally, it can be located across several territories in Spain. These two countries represent the core geographical range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Teucrium lusitanicum subsp. lusitanicum has 61 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, 1-OCTEN-3-OL, 3-OCTANOL, ALPHA-CEDRENE, ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-Cineole | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-OCTEN-3-OL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-OCTANOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-CEDRENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-TERPINYL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-THUJENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allo-Aromadendrene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ar-Curcumene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1,8-Cineole
- Dr. Duke
1-OCTEN-3-OL
- Dr. Duke
3-OCTANOL
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-CEDRENE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-TERPINYL ACETATE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-THUJENE
- Dr. Duke
Allo-Aromadendrene
- Dr. Duke
Ar-Curcumene
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Teucrium lusitanicum subsp. lusitanicum has 208 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |