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 jussiaeiSynonyms
- Ulex parviflorus subsp. jussiaei
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.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Anagyrine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Cytisine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-N-methylcytisine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(-)-Anagyrine
- Journal of natural products
(-)-Cytisine
- Journal of natural products
(-)-N-methylcytisine
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| acidic extract | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |