Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis, commonly known as Noble Yarrow, is a distinguished perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic foliage and delicate white blooms. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this subspecies offers potent therapeutic properties, frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing capabilities within various natural medicinal formulations.
- Scientific name: Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Achillea | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Activities
Achillea nobilis subsp. nobilis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |