Allium stipitatum
Persian shallot
Allium stipitatum, commonly known as garlic, is a versatile medicinal plant renowned for its potent health benefits. Rich in organosulfur compounds like allicin, it possesses powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. Traditionally used to support cardiovascular health and boost immunity, this aromatic bulb remains a cornerstone of natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Allium stipitatum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- 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 Asparagales, it is classified under the family Amaryllidaceae and the genus Allium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Allium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Allium stipitatum, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Russian, it is known as Лук стебельчатый, while in Czech, it is referred to as česnek stopečkatý. Moving to the Middle East and Central Asia, the plant is called موسیر ایرانی in Persian and سووآلاق in Azerbaijani. In South Korea, it is commonly identified as 무시르.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Лук стебельчатый | Wikidata |
| cs | česnek stopečkatý | Wikidata |
| fa | موسیر ایرانی | Wikidata |
| ko | 무시르 | Wikidata |
| azb | سووآلاق | Wikidata |
| ja | アリウム・スティピタトゥム | Wikidata |
| zh | 波斯红葱 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 波斯红葱 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 波斯紅蔥 | Wikidata |
| tg | модари сиёҳалаф | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across parts of Europe and Asia. Within Middle Europe, it can be found growing in the regions of Austria and Germany. Its presence also extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Moving toward Central Asia, the species is widely distributed across Kazakhstan. Finally, its range reaches into the mountainous landscapes of Kirgizstan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Allium stipitatum, is a medicinal herb characterized by its distinct morphological structures. The most significant part used for therapeutic purposes is the bulbs, which serve as the primary storage organ for nutrients and active compounds. Supporting these is the stem, which provides the necessary structural integrity to elevate the plant. As the plant matures, it produces a striking flower cluster, typically arranged in an umbel, which marks the reproductive stage of its life cycle. Ultimately, the entire medicinal potency is concentrated within the fleshy bulb layers, making it a vital component in various traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bulbs | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Allium stipitatum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Allium stipitatum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Acinetobacter baumannii, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, fungal infections.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Acinetobacter baumannii | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stenotrophomonas maltophilia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fungal infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |