Clinopodium alpinum orontium
Clinopodium alpinum subsp. orontium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Clinopodium alpinum oroontiun, scientifically known as Clinopodium alpinum subsp. oroontiun, is a specialized alpine herb valued for its potent aromatic properties. Native to high-altitude habitats, this subspecies contains essential oils with significant antimicrobial and digestive benefits. It serves as a vital botanical resource in traditional herbal medicine practices.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Clinopodium Alpinum Orontium
- Scientific synonyms
- Ziziphora Orontia · Satureja Orontia · 4 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Clinopodium alpinum orontium
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Clinopodium alpinum subsp. orontiumSynonyms
- Ziziphora orontia
- Satureja orontia
- Acinos orontius
- Calamintha alpina var. orontia
- Calamintha orontia
- Acinos orontius f. albiflorus
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Clinopodium alpinum orontium
French:
- Clinopodium alpinum orontium
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is further nested within the family Lamiaceae. Specifically, this subspecies is categorized under the genus Clinopodium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Clinopodium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and restricted geographical range. Its distribution is primarily concentrated within the region of Southeastern Europe. Specifically, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of the Northwest Balkan Peninsula. This localized presence suggests that the subspecies has specialized ecological requirements. Consequently, its habitat remains limited to these particular mountainous or regional territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Clinopodium alpinum subsp. orontium has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, rosmarinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Natural product research
rosmarinic acid
- Natural product research
Activities
Clinopodium alpinum subsp. orontium has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Genotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Natural product research
Genotoxic
- Natural product research
Preparations
Clinopodium alpinum subsp. orontium has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous extracts, dimethyl sulphoxide (DMSO) extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aqueous extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dimethyl sulphoxide (dmso) extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aqueous extracts
- Natural product research
Dimethyl sulphoxide (dmso) extracts
- Natural product research