Xeranthemum annuum
Xeranthemum annuum, commonly known as Everlasting Flower, is a striking annual herb cherished for its papery, long-lasting blooms. Native to Mediterranean regions, this resilient plant features vibrant, straw-like bracts. Beyond its ornamental beauty in dried arrangements, it holds traditional significance in botanical studies and diverse ecological landscapes worldwide.
- Scientific name: Xeranthemum annuum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Xeranthemum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Xeranthemum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Norway. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found growing in the landscapes of Austria. It also maintains a presence across the territories of Germany and the Czechia-Slovakia region. Finally, its geographical range extends further into Middle Europe to include Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
Activities
Xeranthemum annuum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Xeranthemum annuum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, anticholinesterase, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |