wood calamint
Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Wood calamint, scientifically known as Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium, is a resilient perennial herb cherished for its aromatic foliage. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, this medicinal plant offers potent antimicrobial and digestive benefits. Its delicate, mint-scented leaves are traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to support overall wellness and vitality.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Wood Calamint · Woodland Calamint
- Scientific synonyms
- Calamintha Menthifolia Subsp. Sylvatica · Satureja Menthifolia Var. Hirta · 15 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- wood calamint
- woodland calamint
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifoliumSynonyms
- Calamintha menthifolia subsp. sylvatica
- Satureja menthifolia var. hirta
- Calamintha sylvatica
- Satureja calamintha subsp. silvatica
- Satureja calamintha subsp. sylvatica
- Satureja calamintha subsp. montana
- Calamintha officinalis subsp. sylvatica
- Calamintha officinalis var. sylvatica
- Satureja calamintha var. silvatica
- Satureja sylvatica var. boveana
- Calamintha officinalis f. boveana
- Satureja calamintha var. sylvatica
- Satureja sylvatica
- Calamintha nepeta subsp. sylvatica
- Calamintha menthifolia var. sylvatica
- Calamintha sylvatica f. boveana
- Clinopodium nepeta subsp. sylvaticum
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- calament des bois
- Calament à feuilles de menthe
- Clinopode à feuilles de menthe
- Sarriette des bois
- Sarriette à feuilles de menthe
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 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 |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antifungal
- Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)