Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Ambrosia artemisifolia
Ambrosia artemisiifolia, commonly known as ragweed, is a widespread annual herb frequently associated with seasonal allergies. Beyond its role as a potent allergen, this plant holds historical significance in traditional medicine. It contains bioactive compounds that have been studied for their potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and various pharmacological properties.
- Scientific name: Ambrosia artemisiifolia
- Family: Asteraceae
- 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 Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific biological identification is placed within the genus Ambrosia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ambrosia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ambrosia artemisiifolia, is known by various regional and linguistic names across different cultures. In Bosnian, it is referred to as Ambrozija, while in Chyaw, it is called Mo'ôhtáevánó'êstse. Danish speakers call it Bynke-Ambrosie, and in German, it is identified as Beifußblättriges Traubenkraut. Additionally, in West Frisian, the plant is known as Alsemambrosia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| bs | Ambrozija | Wikidata |
| chy | Mo'ôhtáevánó'êstse | Wikidata |
| da | Bynke-Ambrosie | Wikidata |
| de | Beifußblättriges Traubenkraut | Wikidata |
| fy | Alsemambrosia | Wikidata |
| hr | Ambrozija | Wikidata |
| ja | ブタクサ | Wikidata |
| ko | 돼지풀 | Wikidata |
| mk | Амброзија | Wikidata |
| nl | Alsemambrosia | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark and the coastal areas of Great Britain. It can also be found growing within the territory of Ireland. Furthermore, the species extends its reach into the northern landscapes of Norway. Finally, its geographical range reaches into Middle Europe, specifically within Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ambrosia artemisiifolia, is primarily utilized in medicinal applications through its aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and flowering structures. These above-ground components contain the various secondary metabolites and bioactive compounds responsible for its pharmacological properties. When preparing decoctions or extracts, practitioners focus on these aerial parts to harness the plant's therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ambrosia artemisiifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include psilostachyin, psilostachyin B, psilostachyin C.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| psilostachyin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psilostachyin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psilostachyin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ambrosia artemisiifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include blood poisoning, seasonal allergic rhinitis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| blood poisoning | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seasonal allergic rhinitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |