Clinopodium menthifolium
Wood calamint
Clinopodium menthifolium, commonly known as minty polemint, is a versatile aromatic herb valued in traditional medicine. Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, it possesses potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Often utilized to soothe digestive ailments and reduce inflammation, this plant serves as a vital natural resource for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Clinopodium menthifolium
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Clinopodium. Specifically, the species Clinopodium menthifolium represents a distinct member of this botanical lineage.
| 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, known scientifically as Clinopodium menthifolium, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In German, it is called Wald-Bergminze, while in Spanish, it is identified as Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium. The Dutch name for this species is Bergsteentijm, and in Manx, it is known as Calamynthey. Additionally, in Swedish, it is referred to as Rosa stenkyndel.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Wald-Bergminze | Wikidata |
| es | Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium | Wikidata |
| nl | Bergsteentijm | Wikidata |
| gv | Calamynthey | Wikidata |
| sv | Rosa stenkyndel | Wikidata |
| cy | Brenhinllys y coed | Wikidata |
| ast | Clinopodium menthifolium subsp. menthifolium | Wikidata |
| arz | كلينوبوديوم مينثيفوليوم | Wikidata |
| de | Calamintha menthifolia | Wikidata |
| es | Clinopodium baeticum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing within Great Britain and Ireland. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is also present in Austria and Belgium. Furthermore, its range extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Together, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of Clinopodium menthifolium.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
Activities
Clinopodium menthifolium has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Gastroprotective.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gastroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Clinopodium menthifolium has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcers, peptic ulcers.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peptic ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |