Allium subhirsutum
Allium triquetrum
Allium subhirsum, commonly known as the wild garlic of certain regions, is a resilient medicinal plant valued for its potent bioactive compounds. Rich in sulfur-containing organosulfur molecules, it offers significant antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This botanical treasure is traditionally utilized to support cardiovascular health and bolster immune functions.
- Scientific name: Allium subhirsutum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Allium subhirsumtum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is further classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of 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 subhirsumtum, is known by various regional names across different languages. In Arabic, it is referred to as ثوم شعري, while in Russian, it is called Лук маловолосистый. Moving through different linguistic traditions, it is known as Garlleg blewog in Welsh, Άλλιο το υπόδασυ in Greek, and is called Giuajone in Scots Gaelic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | ثوم شعري | Wikidata |
| ru | Лук маловолосистый | Wikidata |
| cy | Garlleg blewog | Wikidata |
| el | Άλλιο το υπόδασυ | Wikidata |
| sc | Giuajone | Wikidata |
| cs | česnek ochlupený | Wikidata |
| ta | அல்லியம் சுபிர்சுடும் | Wikidata |
| en | Allium triquetrum | Wikidata |
| en | hairy garlic | Wikidata |
| el | Άγριο σκόρδο | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is also found in Germany. The distribution extends into Southwestern Europe, where it inhabits the Baleares and Corse. Finally, the plant is also commonly located throughout France.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Chemicals
Allium subhirsutum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |