Anchus arvensis
Anchusa arvensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Anchusa arvensis, scientifically known as Anchusa arvensis, is a hardy annual herb belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Often found in disturbed soils and grasslands, this plant is characterized by its small, blue flowers and hairy foliage. Historically, it has been studied for its unique chemical properties and medicinal potential.
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Anchus Arvensis
- Scientific synonyms
- Lycopsis Arvensis Subsp. Occidentalis · Anchusa Arvensis Var. Stricta · 6 more
Names
Common Names
- Anchus arvensis
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Lenguas de pavo
- Licópside
- Lycopsis arvensis
- Licopside
German:
- Acker-Ochsenzunge
- Acker-Krummhals
- Wolfsauge
- Ackerkrummhals
- Ackerochsenzunge
- Lycopsis arvensis
- Krummhals
French:
- Buglosse des champs
- Lycopsis arvensis
- lycopside
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Anchusa arvensisSynonyms
- Lycopsis arvensis subsp. occidentalis
- Anchusa arvensis var. stricta
- Anchusa lateriflora
- Lycopsis orientalis
- Lycopsis arvensis
- Anchusa arvensis subsp. occidentalis
- Buglossa arvensis
- Buglossites arvensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae, it is classified under the genus Anchusa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anchusa | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout various regions of Northern Europe. Its presence is documented in Denmark, where it grows within specific ecological niches. The species can also be found in Finland, extending its reach across the northern territories. Additionally, its range includes the Faroe Islands and the coastal areas of Great Britain. Finally, the distribution continues southward to include the island of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Anchusa arvensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include HEPTACOSANE, TETRATETRACONTANE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| HEPTACOSANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TETRATETRACONTANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
HEPTACOSANE
- Natural product research
TETRATETRACONTANE
- Natural product research
Medicinal Uses
Anchusa arvensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Drug design, development and therapy (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Essential oil | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |