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Chenopodium album var. album

Chenopodium album var. album · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

scientifically known as Chenopodium album var. album, is a resilient herbaceous plant widely recognized in traditional medicine. Often found in disturbed soils, this variety possesses significant nutritional value and therapeutic potential. It is frequently utilized for its antioxidant properties and its ability to support digestive health and overall wellness.

Family
Amaranthaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Chenopodium album var. album

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Caryophyllales and the family Amaranthaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its placement in the genus Chenopodium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Amaranthaceae
Genus Chenopodium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad presence across several regions within Northern Europe. It is widely distributed throughout the various territories of Denmark and Finland. The species can also be found growing in the remote landscapes of Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Additionally, its range extends into the diverse habitats of Great Britain. Together, these locations highlight its ability to thrive in northern climates.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Chenopodium album var. album has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Chenopodium album var. album
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Chemicals

Chenopodium album var. album has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Calenduloside E, Chikusetsusaponin iva.

Chemicals reported in Chenopodium album var. album
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Calenduloside E 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Chikusetsusaponin iva 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Calenduloside E

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Chikusetsusaponin iva

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)