Teucrium scordium
Teucrium scordium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (312 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Teucrium scordium, is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Commonly called Kidneywort, this plant has a long history in traditional medicine. It is primarily recognized for its historical use in treating kidney ailments and urinary tract issues through its potent bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Teucrium scordiumDistribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Denmark, Great Britain, and Ireland. Its presence also extends further north into the landscapes of Sweden. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species is located within Middle Europe. Specifically, it is documented to inhabit the territory of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | 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 |
Chemicals
Teucrium scordium has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, CHLOROGENIC ACID, EO, Isoquercitrin, RUTIN.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoquercitrin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SAPONIN | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Amyrin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| choline | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Teucrium scordium has 300 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-HT-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, ACE-Inhibitor, ATPase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-HT-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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Teucrium scordium has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include oxidative stress.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxidative stress | Cell journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| extract | Iranian journal of basic medical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |