Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium
Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium, commonly known as minty polemonium or mint-leaved calamint, is a fragrant perennial herb. Valued for its aromatic leaves, it possesses significant medicinal properties, including antimicrobial and digestive benefits. This resilient plant thrives in sunny habitats, offering a blend of therapeutic utility and sensory beauty.
- Scientific name: Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Specifically, this medicinal subspecies is identified by the genus Clinopodium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clinopodium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as mint-leaved calamint, while in French, it is called calaminthe à feuilles de menthe. In German, the species is known as Minz-Kalmi, and in Spanish, it is referred to as calaminta de hojas de menta.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range stretching across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence can be found within Great Britain. The species is also well-distributed throughout Southwestern Europe, specifically in France, Spain, and the island of Corse. Additionally, its range extends into Southeastern Europe, where it is located in Albania. Together, these locations highlight the varied habitats where this medicinal plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
Activities
Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |