Buglossoides arvensis
Corn gromwell
Buglossoides arvensis, commonly known as field bugloss, is a lesser-known medicinal herb belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Characterized by its delicate foliage and small blossoms, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism. Research continues into its potential bioactive compounds, offering intriguing possibilities for future pharmacological and therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Buglossoides arvensis
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Boraginales, placing it in the family Boraginaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Buglossoides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Buglossoides | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Buglossoides arvensis, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is called 田紫草 (tián zǐ cǎo), while in the Netherlands, it is known as Ruw parelzaad. The Finnish name for this species is peltorusojuuri, and in Germany, it is commonly called Acker-Steinsame. Additionally, in Korea, the plant is identified as 개지치 (gae-ji-chi).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 田紫草 | Wikidata |
| nl | Ruw parelzaad | Wikidata |
| fi | peltorusojuuri | Wikidata |
| de | Acker-Steinsame | Wikidata |
| ko | 개지치 | Wikidata |
| sv | Sminkrot | Wikidata |
| hu | mezei gyöngyköles | Wikidata |
| da | Rynket Stenfrø | Wikidata |
| cy | Maenhad y tir âr | Wikidata |
| bg | полска белоочица | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the northern regions of the European continent. It can be found growing across the various landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence also extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species is documented within the territory of Norway. Collectively, these locations highlight its preference for Northern European habitats.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | 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 |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as field bugloss, possesses various components that can be utilized for therapeutic purposes. The whole medicinal plant is often harvested to capture its full spectrum of bioactive compounds, making it suitable for various traditional preparations. Additionally, the plant seeds are specifically valued and can be used in targeted applications depending on the intended medicinal effect.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| whole medical plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plant seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Buglossoides arvensis has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Androgenic, Estrogenic, Gonadotropic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Androgenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Estrogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gonadotropic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |