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 ★☆☆☆☆