Ethnobotanical use of Stachys L. (Lamiaceae) taxa in Turkey

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the ethnobotanical features of taxa belonging to the genus Stachys L. in Turkish Flora. Their vernacular names and local usages patterns have been determined. To determine the ethnobotanical uses of Stachys L. taxa; ethnobotanical studies made in Turkey have examined. Also, the field study carried out in different regions in Turkey. The ethnobotanical use of 38 Stachys L. taxa (29 species) has been identified in Turkey. The first 2 species that are used most: S. lavandulifolia and S. cretica. They are used 59 different of the vernacular names for Stachys L. taxa in Turkey, They are mostly known in Anatolia as "Dağ çayı". Also ""BareĢ"", ""Çaye çe"", "Rıhena tehtan" and ""Tokalı çay"" are among the names given. Stachys L. species are generally consumed as a herbal tea for medicinal in Turkey. Besides, they are used for as powder for animal disease, gargle for sore throat and handkerchief and hair accessories (both from leaves) for children. In terms of food as a spice, only the S. mardinensis species was observed. Stachys L. taxa have been revealed that they are being used in the treatment of about 40 different diseases and symptoms. Top diseases and symptoms treated with Stachys L. taxa: stomathic, cold, cough and diabetes. The most used parts of the plants are listed aerial parts and leaves.

Suruç’ta (Şanlıurfa-Türkiye) Bazı Şifalı Bitkilerin Geleneksel Kullanımları

“…Son yıllarda yapılan etnobotanik çalıĢmalara baktığımızda tıbbi ve gıda baĢta olmak üzere derleme çalıĢmalarda yoğunluktadır [46][47][48][49][50][51][52][53][54]. Kullanım değeri (KD) hesaplaması [20] son yıllarda yapılan etnobotanik çalıĢmada kullanılmıĢtır [55][56][57][58]…”

Biological evaluation of Stachys iberica subsp. stenostachya (Boiss.) Rech.f. and Scutellaria orientalis subsp. sosnowskyi (Takht.) Fed. growing in eastern Anatolia

“…In Turkey, the genus is represented by 92 species (118 taxa), 53.3% of which are endemic (Güner et al, 2021). These species commonly known as 'mountain tea' are used in many traditional medicines as anti-spasmodic, antimicrobial agent, and herbal tea in order to alleviate asthma problems, to decrease the symptoms of earaches, and to stop the growth of genital tumors and a malignant ulcer (Baytop, 1999;Ebrahimabadi et al, 2010;Sarikurkçu et al, 2016;Satıl & Açar, 2020;Tomou et al, 2020). Many studies conducted on these species have confirmed remarkable anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anxiolytic, hypotensive, hyaluronidase, anti-Helicobacter pylori, and anti-nephritic activities (Shang et al, 2010;Tundis et al, 2014;Kocak et al;Satıl & Açar, 2020;Tomou et al, 2020).…”

“…These species commonly known as 'mountain tea' are used in many traditional medicines as anti-spasmodic, antimicrobial agent, and herbal tea in order to alleviate asthma problems, to decrease the symptoms of earaches, and to stop the growth of genital tumors and a malignant ulcer (Baytop, 1999;Ebrahimabadi et al, 2010;Sarikurkçu et al, 2016;Satıl & Açar, 2020;Tomou et al, 2020). Many studies conducted on these species have confirmed remarkable anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anxiolytic, hypotensive, hyaluronidase, anti-Helicobacter pylori, and anti-nephritic activities (Shang et al, 2010;Tundis et al, 2014;Kocak et al;Satıl & Açar, 2020;Tomou et al, 2020). From the chemical point of view, Stachys species were discovered rich in different types of secondary metabolites such as iridoids, di-and triterpenes, alkaloids, phenylethanoid glycosides, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and essential oil (Ahmad et al, 2008;Bahadori et al, 2020;Demirci et al, 2016;Kartsev et al, 1994;Kaya et al, 2001).…”

“…In Turkish traditional medicines, Stachys and Scutellaria species have been widely used for cough, digestive disorders, and wound healing, remain important, and are suggested by local healers (Minareci et al, 2017;Bardakci et al, 2019;Satıl & Açar, 2020). The goal of this study is therefore to investigate the antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, and anticholinesterase properties of various extracts obtained from S. orientalis subsp.…”

Adverse events related to herbal products used by patients presenting at emergency departments

“…Medicinal plant products include raw or processed plant parts such as roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and seeds [1]. Many Asian, African, and Pacific people utilize traditional medicine as primary health care [2][3][4][5]. In Thailand, particular in rural areas, where access to medical treatments with a Western approach may be expensive or simply not available.…”