Valeriana alpestris
Valeriana alpestris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Valeriana alpestris, scientifically known as Valeriana alpestris, is a resilient perennial herb native to high-altitude alpine regions. Characterized by its delicate white flowers and slender leaves, this species thrives in rocky terrains. While closely related to common valerian, it is primarily valued for its unique ecological presence in mountain ecosystems.
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Valeriana Alpina Var. Exaltata
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Valeriana alpestrisSynonyms
- Valeriana alpina var. exaltata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Dipsacales, it is classified under the family Caprifoliaceae and is identified by the genus Valeriana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Valeriana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the mountainous regions of Western Asia. Its distribution includes significant presence throughout the North Caucasus area. Additionally, it can be found inhabiting various parts of the Transcaucasus. The species is also documented growing within the borders of Türkiye. These locations highlight its preference for the unique terrains found within these specific territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Valeriana alpestris has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID, apigenin, quercetin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
apigenin
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
quercetin
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethanolic extracts | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |