Zataria multiflora
Zataria multiflora, commonly known as Pentaphyllum or Spilanthol, is a versatile medicinal herb celebrated for its unique numbing properties. Widely used in traditional medicine to alleviate toothaches and throat discomfort, this aromatic plant contains bioactive compounds that offer potent analgesic, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Zataria multiflora
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Zataria. Specifically, its scientific name is Zataria multiflora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zataria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within Western Asia, it can be found growing in both Afghanistan and Iran. Its range extends into the Arabian Peninsula, specifically within the country of Oman. Furthermore, the species is present in the Indian Subcontinent, including parts of Pakistan. Finally, its habitat encompasses the mountainous terrain of the West Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Zataria multiflora has 16 reported phytochemicals identified across 37 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include thymol, carvacrol, p-cymene, Carvacrol, linalool.
- Total chemicals
- 16
- Scientific sources
- 37
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| thymol | 10 | ★★★★★ |
| carvacrol | 8 | ★★★★☆ |
| p-cymene | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Carvacrol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linalool | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic aldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carvacrol methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catalase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Zataria multiflora has 16 reported activities identified across 25 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Anesthetic, Anticholinesterase.
- Total activities
- 16
- Scientific sources
- 25
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticonvulsant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Zataria multiflora has 51 reported medicinal uses identified across 59 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cough, oxidative stress, Echinococcus granulosus, insulin resistance, lung inflammation.
- Total uses
- 51
- Scientific sources
- 59
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cough | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Echinococcus granulosus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| insulin resistance | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida parapsilosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Enterococcus faecalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |