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lady's mantle

Alchemilla · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Lady's mantle, scientifically known as Alchemilla, is a versatile perennial renowned for its striking, scalloped foliage that beautifully collects morning dew. Traditionally valued in herbalism for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, this resilient plant is widely used to support women's reproductive health and soothe various skin conditions.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Lady'S-Mantle · Lady'S Mantle · 3 more
Scientific synonyms
Zygalchemilla · Aphanes · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Alchemilla

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Zygalchemilla
  • Lachemilla
  • Alchimilla
  • Orejuelas

German:

  • Frauenmantel
  • Frauenmantelkraut

French:

  • alchémille
  • Alchemille
  • Alchémille
  • Alchémilles
  • Alchémille

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Within this taxonomic hierarchy, it is specifically identified by the genus Alchemilla.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Rosaceae
Genus Alchemilla

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a distinct presence across various regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the coastal and inland landscapes of Denmark. Its distribution extends further north to include the territories of Finland and Iceland. Additionally, the species is well-established in the archipelago of the Førøyar islands. Finally, its geographical range reaches into the natural habitats of Great Britain.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Svalbard
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Alchemilla has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthocyanins, Coumarins, Flavonoids, Tannins, Triterpenes.

Chemicals reported in Alchemilla
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Anthocyanins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Coumarins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Triterpenes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anthocyanins

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Coumarins

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Flavonoids

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Tannins

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Triterpenes

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Activities

Alchemilla has 6 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antiobesity, Antioxidant, Cardiovascular.

Activities reported in Alchemilla
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anticancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimicrobial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiobesity 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cardiovascular 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Neuroprotective 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anticancer

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Antimicrobial

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Antiobesity

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Antioxidant

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Cardiovascular

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Neuroprotective

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Medicinal Uses

Alchemilla has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include dysmenorrhea, pruritus vulvae.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
dysmenorrhea Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
pruritus vulvae Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆