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Xylanthemum fisherae

Xylanthemum fisherae · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (18 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Xylanthemum fisherae, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Valued for its unique phytochemical properties, this botanical species holds significant potential in traditional healing practices. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to uncover new therapeutic applications for modern pharmaceutical development.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Achene · Aerial Flowering Parts
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pyrethrum Fisherae · Cancrinia Rupestris · 7 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Xylanthemum fisherae

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Xylanthemum, within which the species Xylanthemum fisherae is located.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Asterales WCVP
Family Asteraceae WCVP
Genus Xylanthemum WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning across several distinct regions. In Central Asia, it can be found growing within the territories of Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Moving toward Western Asia, the species is also documented to inhabit Afghanistan. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within Pakistan. Collectively, these locations highlight the diverse habitats where this medicinal plant thrives.

Region Area Source
Central Asia Turkmenistan WCVP
Central Asia Tadzhikistan WCVP
Central Asia Uzbekistan WCVP
Western Asia Afghanistan WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Pakistan WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Xylanthemum fisherae, exhibits distinct morphological characteristics across its various structures. The vegetative growth is defined by its prominent leaves, which serve as the primary site for photosynthesis. During its reproductive phase, the plant produces specialized aerial flowering parts that elevate the reproductive organs above the foliage. Within these structures, the flowers emerge to facilitate pollination. Once fertilization is complete, the plant develops an achene, a small, dry, one-seeded fruit that serves as the primary unit for seed dispersal and continued survival.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
achene Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
aerial flowering parts Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
flowers Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
leaves Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Xylanthemum fisherae has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, Borneol, TERPINENE-4-OL, cis-Piperitol, cis-p-2-Menthen-1-ol.

Chemicals reported in Xylanthemum fisherae
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
1,8-Cineole 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Borneol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
TERPINENE-4-OL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cis-Piperitol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cis-p-2-Menthen-1-ol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
trans-Piperitol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
trans-p-2-Menthen-1-ol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

1,8-Cineole

  1. Natural product communications
  2. Natural product research

Borneol

  1. Natural product research

TERPINENE-4-OL

  1. Natural product research

cis-Piperitol

  1. Natural product research

cis-p-2-Menthen-1-ol

  1. Natural product research

trans-Piperitol

  1. Natural product research

trans-p-2-Menthen-1-ol

  1. Natural product research

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
essential oil Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆