Botanical Overview
Carlina corymbosa is a species in the Asteraceae family. The daisy family (Asteraceae) is one of the largest plant families, characterized by composite flower heads (capitula) that contain many small florets surrounded by bracts. Plants range from tiny alpine herbs to large tropical trees. The family includes many medicinally important species with bitter compounds and essential oils. Phytochemical data for this species are limited at present.
General Description
Carlina corymbosa, common name clustered carline thistle, is a herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Carlina, belonging to the family Asteraceae.
Family Context
The Asteraceae family is extremely large and diverse. Notable medicinal members include:
- Yarrow — 63 documented uses
- Gobo — 63 documented uses
- Mugwort — 55 documented uses
- Sunflower — 52 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Carlina corymbosa has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Albania, Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 1 compound in this species: betulin.
Research Status
Although this species has documented phytochemical constituents, its ethnobotanical and clinical documentation remains incomplete. Additional phytochemical investigation could identify novel bioactive compounds in this plant.