Western Gorse
Ulex gallii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Western Gorse, scientifically known as Ulex gallii, is a hardy, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts. Characterized by its dense, thorny structure and vibrant yellow flowers, it thrives in acidic, sandy soils. Historically utilized in traditional remedies, this resilient plant plays a vital ecological role.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Western Gorse
- Scientific synonyms
- Ulex Europaeus Subsp. Gallii · Ulex Europaeus Proles Gallii · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- Western Gorse
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Ajonc de Le Gall
- Ajonc de Le Gall
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ulex galliiSynonyms
- Ulex europaeus subsp. gallii
- Ulex europaeus proles gallii
- Ulex minor subsp. gallii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is specifically identified by its genus, Ulex.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ulex | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct distribution across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing throughout Great Britain. Its presence also extends to the island of Ireland within the same northern territory. Moving toward Southwestern Europe, the species is commonly located in France. Finally, the geographical range reaches as far south as Spain.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ulex gallii has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoprunetin, genistein.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Isoprunetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| genistein | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Isoprunetin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
genistein
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Ulex gallii has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic, Hypotensive.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Diuretic | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypotensive | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ulex gallii has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diuretic, glioblastoma, lung cancer, neuroblastoma, stomach cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| diuretic | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glioblastoma | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuroblastoma | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stomach cancer | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |