Dryopteris
Dryopters
Dryopteris, commonly known as wood ferns, comprises a diverse genus of non-flowering vascular plants. Renowned for their elegant fronds, many species possess significant medicinal properties. Traditionally, various extracts have been utilized in folk medicine for their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anthelmintic effects, serving as vital components in botanical therapies.
- Scientific name: Dryopteris
- Family: Polypodiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Polypodiinae and order Polypodiales, it is further categorized into the family Polypodiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Dryopteris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Polypodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Polypodiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dryopteris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by various regional names depending on the language, is identified as Nerecznica in Polish, Щитовник in Russian, and alvejuuret in Finnish. In Ukrainian, it is referred to as Папороть, while in German, it is commonly called Wurmfarne.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Nerecznica | Wikidata |
| ru | Щитовник | Wikidata |
| fi | alvejuuret | Wikidata |
| uk | Папороть | Wikidata |
| de | Wurmfarne | Wikidata |
| hr | Paprat | Wikidata |
| az | Ayıdöşəyi | Wikidata |
| lt | Papartis | Wikidata |
| da | Mangeløv-slægten | Wikidata |
| sv | Lundbräknar | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, its presence extends to the islands of Føroyaar and Iceland. The species is also documented within the territory of Great Britain. Collectively, these locations define its primary geographical range in the northern hemisphere.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dryopteris has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bioflavonoids, catechins, procyanidins.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bioflavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dryopteris has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include neuroprotective effects.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| neuroprotective effects | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |