Allium fistulosum
Allium fistulosum, commonly known as scallions or bunching onions, is a versatile perennial herb valued in both culinary and medicinal traditions. Rich in organosulfur compounds, it offers potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This plant is frequently utilized to support digestive health, boost immunity, and promote overall cardiovascular wellness.
- Scientific name: Allium fistulosum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Asparagales and the family Amaryllidaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Allium, specifically as the species Allium fistulosum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Allium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented in Norway. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is found within the territories of Germany as well as the Czechia-Slovakia region. Its range extends further into Southwestern Europe, where it grows in France. Finally, the geographical spread of this medicinal plant reaches as far as Spain.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Allium fistulosum has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Alliospiroside A, antheraxanthin, carotenoid, ferulic acid, flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alliospiroside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antheraxanthin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carotenoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoalliin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lutein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Allium fistulosum has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antioxidant, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Allium fistulosum has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Diarrhea, abdominal pain, cancer, diabetic complications, headache.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetic complications | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| heart disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |