Teucrium stocksianum
Teucrium stocksianum, commonly known as a member of the Lamiaceae family, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific Mediterranean regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant is studied for its potential therapeutic properties, offering promising insights into traditional herbal remedies and modern pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Teucrium stocksianum
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Teucrium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Teucrium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Teucrium stocksianum, is known by various names depending on the local language and region. In English, it is referred to as Stocksianum Germander, while in Spanish, it is commonly called Germandera de Stocks. Additionally, in the local context of its native range, it is known as Germandera stocksiana.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|
Distribution
This plant is distributed across several key regions within Western Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. In Western Asia, its range extends through the territories of Afghanistan and Iran. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, it is found throughout the various Gulf States. The species also has a notable presence in the country of Oman. Finally, its geographical reach includes the vast landscapes of Saudi Arabia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Gulf States | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Teucrium stocksianum, is characterized by its distinct structural composition, where the medicinal properties are primarily concentrated in its specialized organs. The plant develops robust woody tissues that provide necessary structural support and facilitate the transport of nutrients through its stems. Additionally, the aerial parts, which include the leaves and flowering structures extending above the ground, are often the most significant components utilized for their bioactive compounds.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| woody tissues | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Teucrium stocksianum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, germacrene D, limonene, myrcene, saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myrcene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Teucrium stocksianum has 9 reported activities identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antinociceptive, Analgesic, Anthelmintic, Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Teucrium stocksianum has 18 reported medicinal uses identified across 18 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus fumigatus, Aspergillus niger, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli.
- Total uses
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 18
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus flavus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aspergillus fumigatus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bacillus subtilis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leishmania tropica | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salmonella typhi | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Shigella flexneri | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |