Veronica austriaca jacquinii

Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Veronica austriaca jacquinii, scientifically known as Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii, is a specialized subspecies of the speedwell family. Renowned for its unique morphological features, this medicinal plant holds significant interest in ethnobotany. It is studied for its potential therapeutic properties, offering valuable insights into traditional herbal healing practices.

Family
Plantaginaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Veronica Austriaca Jacquinii
Scientific synonyms
Veronica Jacquinii Var. Virescens · Veronica Austriaca Subsp. Virescens · 29 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Veronica austriaca jacquinii

French:

  • Veronica austriaca jacquinii

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and family Plantaginaceae, it is classified under the genus Veronica. Specifically, the medicinal taxon is identified as Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Plantaginaceae
Genus Veronica

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Europe. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of Austria, Czechia, and Slovakia. Its presence also extends into Hungary, further solidifying its footprint in the central part of the continent. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species is documented in the landscape of Albania. Finally, the distribution reaches into Bulgaria, completing its range across these diverse geographical areas.

Region Area
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Hungary
Southeastern Europe Albania
Southeastern Europe Bulgaria
Southeastern Europe Greece
Southeastern Europe Italy
Southeastern Europe Romania
Southeastern Europe Türkiye-in-Europe
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Acteoside, Isoscutellarein, luteolin, quercetin.

Chemicals reported in Veronica austriaca subsp. jacquinii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Acteoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Isoscutellarein 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
luteolin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
quercetin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Acteoside

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Isoscutellarein

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luteolin

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quercetin

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