Cirsium palustre
Marsh thistle
Cirsium palustre, commonly known as marsh thistle, is a perennial herb native to wetland habitats. While primarily valued for its ecological role, it holds traditional medicinal significance. Historically used to address digestive ailments and skin inflammations, this plant showcases the diverse therapeutic potential found within many wild botanical species.
- Scientific name: Cirsium palustre
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is further nested within the family Asteraceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Cirsium, which characterizes its botanical lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cirsium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cirsium palustre, is recognized by various local names across different languages. In Hungary, it is referred to as mocsári aszat, while in the Czech Republic, it is called pcháč bahenní. The Welsh name for this species is Ysgallen y Gors, whereas in German, it is known as Sumpf-Kratzdistel. Finally, in Finland, it is commonly called suo-ohdakke.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hu | mocsári aszat | Wikidata |
| cs | pcháč bahenní | Wikidata |
| cy | Ysgallen y Gors | Wikidata |
| de | Sumpf-Kratzdistel | Wikidata |
| fi | suo-ohdake | Wikidata |
| fr | Cirse des marais | Wikidata |
| nn | Myrtistel | Wikidata |
| pl | Ostrożeń błotny | Wikidata |
| sl | močvirski osat | Wikidata |
| sv | Kärrtistel | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated within the northern regions of Europe. Its presence is well-documented throughout Northern Europe, including the territories of Denmark and Finland. The species can also be found inhabiting the coastal landscapes of the Faroe Islands. Furthermore, its distribution extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. These locations highlight the plant's preference for the temperate and northern climates of the European continent.
| 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as marsh thistle, possesses a robust underground structure consisting of thick, creeping rhizomes and a deep-seated system of roots. These roots serve as the primary anchor for the plant in its typically damp, boggy habitats, while also functioning as a vital storage organ for nutrients. In traditional medicinal contexts, the roots are the specific part of the plant often studied for their concentrated phytochemical properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cirsium palustre has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include sodium picolinate, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sodium picolinate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cirsium palustre has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cirsium palustre has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus subtilis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |