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Dryopteris · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Dryopteris, scientifically known as Dryopteris, is a diverse genus of ferns celebrated for its diverse medicinal properties. Often referred to as wood ferns, these plants contain bioactive compounds traditionally used to treat intestinal worms and skin ailments. They represent a fascinating intersection of botanical beauty and ancient therapeutic wisdom.

Family
Polypodiaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Shield Fern · Wood Fern · 3 more
Scientific synonyms
Nothoperanema · Lophodium · 12 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Dryopteris

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Helechos machos

German:

  • Wurmfarne
  • Wurmfarn
  • Wurmfarne

French:

  • Dryopteris remota
  • Fougère-mâle

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Polypodiinae
Order Polypodiales
Family Polypodiaceae
Genus Dryopteris

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

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
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Dryopteris has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Bioflavonoids, Procyanidins, catechins.

Chemicals reported in Dryopteris
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Bioflavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Procyanidins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
catechins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Bioflavonoids

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Procyanidins

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

catechins

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Conditions

Dryopteris has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include neuroprotective effects.

Conditions investigated for Dryopteris
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Neuroprotective effects 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Neuroprotective effects

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Dryopteris has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extracts.

Preparations reported for Dryopteris
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extracts

  1. Veterinary research