Agrimonia procera
Agrimonia procera, commonly known as the Great Agrimonia, is a resilient medicinal shrub valued for its potent bioactive compounds. Native to tropical forest ecosystems, this plant plays a vital role in traditional healing practices, offering therapeutic benefits for inflammation and immune support through its unique phytochemical profile and restorative properties.
- Scientific name: Agrimonia procera
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is positioned in the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Its specific taxonomic identification is completed by its placement in the genus Agrimonia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Agrimonia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Agrimonia procera, is known by several different common names depending on the region and language. In Germany, it is referred to as Großer Odermennig, while in Switzerland, the spelling changes slightly to Grosser Odermennig. In Poland, the species is called Rzepik wonny, and in Sweden, it is known as Luktsmåborre. Additionally, in Hungary, it is identified by the name szagos párlófű.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Großer Odermennig | Wikidata |
| de-ch | Grosser Odermennig | Wikidata |
| pl | Rzepik wonny | Wikidata |
| sv | Luktsmåborre | Wikidata |
| hu | szagos párlófű | Wikidata |
| hsb | Wulki žiłan | Wikidata |
| lt | Kvapioji dirvuolė | Wikidata |
| da | Vellugtende Agermåne | Wikidata |
| cy | Llysiau‘r-dryw pêr | Wikidata |
| cs | řepík vonný | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Additionally, the species is documented throughout Great Britain and Ireland. Its presence also extends further north into the territories of Norway. Finally, the range of this medicinal plant includes the country of Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Agriemonia procera, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional medicine, specifically the roots and the aerial parts. The roots are often harvested for their concentrated medicinal properties, serving as a vital foundation for decoctions and extracts. Similarly, the aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers, are frequently collected to prepare infusions or topical applications, ensuring that the therapeutic potential of the entire organism is accessible.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Agrimonia procera has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 15 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include agrimoniin, apigenin, catechins, ellagitannins, fat.
- Total chemicals
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 15
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| agrimoniin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagitannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fat | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isovitexin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Agrimonia procera has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include LDL-cholesterol, triglycerides.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| LDL-cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triglycerides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |