Ulex jussiaei
Ulex jussiaei, commonly known as the Spanish gorse, is a resilient shrub native to the Mediterranean region. Highly valued in traditional herbal medicine, this plant possesses significant bioactive properties. Its therapeutic potential lies in its unique phytochemical profile, offering various pharmacological benefits for treating inflammatory and oxidative stress-related conditions.
- Scientific name: Ulex jussiaei
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Ultimately, Ulex jussiaei is a member of the family Fabaceae and the 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, known scientifically as Ulex jussiaei, exhibits a very specific and restricted geographical range. Its natural occurrence is limited to the southwestern region of Europe. Within this continent, the species is primarily documented in the country of Portugal. Because of this narrow distribution, it is considered a localized element of the Mediterranean flora. Consequently, its habitat is confined to specific ecological niches within that particular territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ulex jussiaei has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-N-methylcytisine, (-)-anagyrine, (-)-cytisine.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-N-methylcytisine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-anagyrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-cytisine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |