Noble Yarrow
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Noble Yarrow, scientifically known as Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis, is a distinguished perennial herb renowned for its fragrant, feathery foliage and delicate white flower clusters. Prized in traditional herbalism, this subspecies offers potent therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antiseptic qualities, making it a valuable asset in natural medicine.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Noble Yarrow
- Scientific synonyms
- Achillea Nobilis F. Luxurians · Achillea Paucidentata · 12 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Noble Yarrow
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilisSynonyms
- Achillea nobilis f. luxurians
- Achillea paucidentata
- Achillea schkuhrii
- Chamaemelum achilleum
- Millefolium nobile
- Santolina nobilis
- Achillea gerberi
- Achillea hispanica
- Achillea eridania
- Achillea grata
- Achillea nobilis var. delphinensis
- Achillea corymbifera
- Achillea cylindrica
- Achillea decipiens
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Gewöhnliche Edel-Schafgarbe
French:
- Achillée noble
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Achillea.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Achillea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found in the landscapes of Germany and Austria. Its range extends further through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Finally, the geographical reach of this subspecies includes the country of Hungary.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Natural product research
Chemicals
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 15(S)-HETE, Flavonoids, LTB4.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 15(S)-HETE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LTB4 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
15(S)-HETE
- Phytotherapy research : PTR
Flavonoids
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
LTB4
- Phytotherapy research : PTR
Activities
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antidiabetic
- Natural product research
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AcOEt extract | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BuOH extract | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous extracts | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol crude extracts | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |