Convolvulus althaeoides
Convolvulus althaeoides, commonly known as the Mallow Bindweed, is a distinctive climbing plant belonging to the Convolvulaceae family. Characterized by its delicate, funnel-shaped flowers and trailing habit, this species holds significant interest in ethnobotany. It is often studied for its potential bioactive compounds and traditional medicinal applications.
- Scientific name: Convolvulus althaeoides
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified in the order Solanales and the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, Convolvulus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Convolvulus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Convolvulus althaeoides, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In German, it is called Eibischblättrige Winde, while in Finnish, it is known as malvakierto. In the Hrasčin dialect, it is termed Poplołopjenata wijawka, and in Dutch, it is called Mediterrane winde. Finally, in Catalan, it is referred to as corretjola de serp.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Eibischblättrige Winde | Wikidata |
| fi | malvakierto | Wikidata |
| hsb | Poplołopjenata wijawka | Wikidata |
| nl | Mediterrane winde | Wikidata |
| ca | corretjola de serp | Wikidata |
| ar | لبلاب ختمي | Wikidata |
| bg | изящна поветица | Wikidata |
| kab | Smattal | Wikidata |
| arz | لبلاب ختمى | Wikidata |
| zh | 蜀葵叶旋花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct European regions. In Middle Europe, its presence is specifically noted within Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it can be found throughout various parts of Southwestern Europe. This includes its occurrence on the islands of the Baleares and Corse. Additionally, the species extends its range to include the mainland territories of France and Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
Chemicals
Convolvulus althaeoides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include T-cadinol, germacrene D, verbenone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| T-cadinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| verbenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Convolvulus althaeoides has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |