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ascending calamint

Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Ascending calamint, scientifically known as Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens, is a resilient perennial herb cherished for its aromatic qualities. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, this plant features striking upright stems and delicate blossoms. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, it offers therapeutic potential for supporting digestive health and calming nerves.

Family
Lamiaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Ascending Calamint · Common Calamint
Scientific synonyms
Satureja Vulgaris Subsp. Ascendens · Melissa Intermedia · 10 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

French:

  • Calament ascendant

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Clinopodium as the subspecies ascendens.

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 exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Great Britain and Ireland. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is also present within the borders of Austria. Its range extends further into the central territories of Belgium. Finally, the plant is documented occurring throughout the Czechia-Slovakia region.

Region Area
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Hungary
Middle Europe Netherlands
Middle Europe Poland
Middle Europe Switzerland

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include MENTHONE, Pulegone.

Chemicals reported in Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
MENTHONE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Pulegone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

MENTHONE

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Pulegone

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Activities

Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antipyretic.

Activities reported in Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antipyretic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antipyretic

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Preparations

Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include essential oil.

Preparations reported for Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. ascendens
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Essential oil 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Essential oil

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology