Vogtia annua
Vogtia annua · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Vogtia annua, scientifically known as Vogtia annua, is a medicinal plant native to the tropical regions of South America. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin infections and inflammation, thanks to its rich bioactive compound profile.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Balsamita Annua · Psanacetum Annuum · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Vogtia annuaSynonyms
- Balsamita annua
- Psanacetum annuum
- Tanacetum annuum
- Balsamita multifida
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Within these groups, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Vogtia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Vogtia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning several distinct regions. In Middle Europe, its presence is noted within Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found across Southwestern Europe in France, Portugal, and Spain. Additionally, its distribution extends into Northern Africa, specifically in Morocco. These varied locations highlight the diverse habitats where the species can be found.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Northern Africa | Morocco |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Vogtia annua has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Apigenin 7-glucoside, BORNYL ACETATE, LIMONENE, Luteolin-7-glucoside, camphor.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Apigenin 7-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BORNYL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LIMONENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Luteolin-7-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salicylic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Apigenin 7-glucoside
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
BORNYL ACETATE
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
LIMONENE
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
Luteolin-7-glucoside
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
camphor
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
salicylic acid
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Vogtia annua has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antifungal
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
Antioxidant
- Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |