Ulex jussiaei

Ulex jussiaei · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Ulex jussiaei, scientifically known as Ulex jussiaei, is a resilient shrub valued for its diverse medicinal properties. Often found in Mediterranean climates, this plant contains bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies to address inflammatory conditions and digestive ailments, offering a natural approach to holistic health and herbal wellness.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Ulex Parviflorus Subsp. Jussiaei

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ulex jussiaei

Synonyms

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 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Anagyrine, (-)-Cytisine, (-)-N-methylcytisine.

Chemicals reported in Ulex jussiaei
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
(-)-Anagyrine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(-)-Cytisine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(-)-N-methylcytisine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

(-)-Anagyrine

  1. Journal of natural products

(-)-Cytisine

  1. Journal of natural products

(-)-N-methylcytisine

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
acidic extract Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆