Digitalis minor var. minor
Digitalis minor var. minor, commonly known as Lesser Foxglove, is a perennial herb native to Europe. Distinguished by its smaller stature compared to its relatives, this plant contains potent cardiac glycosides. While historically used in traditional medicine, its extreme toxicity requires careful handling and professional supervision in clinical applications.
- Scientific name: Digitalis minor var. minor
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Plantaginaceae. Finally, it is identified as a member of the genus Digitalis, specifically the variety minor.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Digitalis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Digitalis minor var. minor, exhibits a very specific and restricted geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily confined to the Mediterranean region of Southwestern Europe. More specifically, this particular variety is documented within the Balearic Islands. Because of this limited range, the plant is considered an endemic feature of this island archipelago. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions found in this specific territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |