Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalis
Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalis, is a rare medicinal plant native to the southeastern United States. Historically utilized by Indigenous peoples, this subspecies contains unique alkaloids once sought for treating various ailments. Understanding its botanical properties and ecological significance is essential for preserving this important natural resource.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Thapsia Nitida Var. Meridionalis
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalisSynonyms
- Thapsia nitida var. meridionalis
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Thapsia as the subspecies meridionalis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Thapsia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within the regions of Southwestern Europe. Its natural range is limited to the Iberian Peninsula. Within this area, it can be located in the country of Portugal. Additionally, the species is distributed across various parts of Spain. These two nations represent its primary geographical territory.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Journal of natural products
Chemicals
Thapsia nitida subsp. meridionalis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sesquiterpenes.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Sesquiterpenes
- Journal of natural products