Thymus riatarum
Thymus riatarum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (238 studies) · ★★★★★
Thymus riatarum, scientifically known as Thymus riatarum, is a distinctive medicinal herb celebrated for its potent aromatic properties. Native to specific mountainous terrains, this plant contains essential oils with significant antimicrobial and antioxidant qualities. It serves as a valuable resource in traditional medicine for supporting respiratory and digestive health.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Thymus riatarumDistribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is found exclusively within the region of Northern Africa. Specifically, its natural habitat is located in the country of Morocco. This localized distribution suggests that the species is endemic to this particular territory. Consequently, the plant's survival is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of the Moroccan landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Chemicals
Thymus riatarum has 41 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-OCTEN-3-OL, 3-OCTANOL, ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE, ALPHA-PINENE, ALPHA-THUJENE.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-OCTEN-3-OL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-OCTANOL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-THUJENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha terpinene | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PHELLANDRENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BORNYL ACETATE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Thymus riatarum has 197 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Abortifacient.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |