Arctium lappa
Arctium lappa, commonly known as greater burdock, is a perennial herb valued in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its nutrient-rich roots, it is frequently used to support detoxification, skin health, and digestive wellness. This versatile plant remains a cornerstone in herbal remedies for managing various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Arctium lappa
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Arctium lappa, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is placed within the genus Arctium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Arctium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several regions within Northern Europe. Its distribution is notably documented throughout the islands of Iceland and the Faroe Islands. In mainland territories, it can be found growing in Denmark and Finland. Furthermore, the species is well-established within the landscapes of Great Britain. Together, these locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in northern climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Svalbard | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Arctium lappa has 52 reported phytochemicals identified across 94 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include arctigenin, arctiin, lignans, Arctigenin, fatty acids.
- Total chemicals
- 52
- Scientific sources
- 94
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arctigenin | 16 | ★★★★★ |
| arctiin | 12 | ★★★★★ |
| lignans | 8 | ★★★★☆ |
| Arctigenin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lappaol C | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lappaol F | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| matairesinol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Arctium lappa has 18 reported activities identified across 31 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antidiabetic, Antiviral, Antithrombotic.
- Total activities
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 31
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antithrombotic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anti-IgE | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplatelet | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Arctium lappa has 67 reported medicinal uses identified across 91 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, cancer, oxidative stress, edema, obesity.
- Total uses
- 67
- Scientific sources
- 91
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| cancer | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| edema | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| baldness | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancers | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |