Alnus incana subsp. rugosa
Alnus incana subsp. rugosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Alnus incana subsp. rugosa, is a resilient deciduous shrub native to North American wetlands. Often called Speckled Alder, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally utilized by Indigenous cultures, its bark and leaves possess bioactive compounds with potential antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a subject of medicinal interest.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alnus incana subsp. rugosaDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its range extends through the landscapes of Denmark and Sweden. Moving southward, the species is also well-established within the territories of Middle Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing in the countries of Germany and Poland. Furthermore, its geographical distribution continues through the Czechia-Slovakia region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Nunavut | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Manitoba | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Saskatchewan | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Labrador | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | New Brunswick | WCVP |
Chemicals
Alnus incana subsp. rugosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Alnus incana subsp. rugosa has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |