Clinopodium vulgare
Wild basil
Clinopodium vulgare, commonly known as wild basil, is a versatile perennial herb prized for its aromatic properties. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, it possesses potent antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits. Rich in essential oils, this plant serves as a valuable natural remedy for soothing respiratory ailments and supporting wellness.
- Scientific name: Clinopodium vulgare
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically residing in the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed within 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, known scientifically as Clinopodium vulgare, is referred to by various regional names depending on the language. In Poland, it is called klinopodium pospolite, while in Russia, it is known as Пахучка обыкновенная. In Finland, the species is identified as lehtomäkiminttu, and in Germany, it goes by the name Gemeiner Wirbeldost. Additionally, in Bulgaria, it is commonly called котешка стъпка.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | klinopodium pospolite | Wikidata |
| ru | Пахучка обыкновенная | Wikidata |
| fi | lehtomäkiminttu | Wikidata |
| de | Gemeiner Wirbeldost | Wikidata |
| bg | котешка стъпка | Wikidata |
| pcd | Bazélique | Wikidata |
| lt | Krūminė šunmėtė | Wikidata |
| hsb | Wšědna čisćica | Wikidata |
| sv | bergmynta | Wikidata |
| da | Kransbørste | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the northern regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing across the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence extends westward to include the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the territories of Norway. Together, these locations define its primary geographical range across the northern latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Clinopodium vulgare has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Catechin, Rosmarinic acid, neochlorogenic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neochlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Clinopodium vulgare has 6 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antioxidant, Antihypertensive, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Clinopodium vulgare has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, gastric ulcers, inflammation, wound-healing, wounds.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound-healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |