Echium italicum italicum
Echium italicum subsp. italicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Echium italicum italicum, scientifically known as Echium italicum subsp. italicum, is a striking Mediterranean perennial prized for its vibrant, funnel-shaped blue flowers. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this plant contains bioactive compounds studied for potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, offering a fascinating intersection of botanical beauty and medicinal interest.
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Echium Italicum Italicum
- Scientific synonyms
- Echium Italicum Subsp. Altissimum · Echium Italicum Proles Luteum · 10 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Echium italicum italicum
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Echium italicum subsp. italicumSynonyms
- Echium italicum subsp. altissimum
- Echium italicum proles luteum
- Echium strictissimum
- Echium luteum
- Echium pyramidale
- Echium pyrenaicum
- Echium ramosum
- Echium altissimum
- Echium collinum
- Echium elongatum
- Echium glomeratum
- Echium linearifolium
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Echium italicum italicum
German:
- Hoher Natternkopf
French:
- Echium italicum italicum
- Vipérine d'Italie
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae, it is classified under the genus Echium. Specifically, the subspecies italicum identifies its unique position within this botanical hierarchy.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Echium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of Europe. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Austria and Germany. Its presence extends further east through the territories of Czechia-Slovakia and Hungary. Additionally, the species reaches into Southwestern Europe, specifically inhabiting the Baleares islands. Together, these locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in varied European environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Echium italicum subsp. italicum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-Angeloylretronecine, 9-Angeloylretronecine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Angeloylretronecine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 9-Angeloylretronecine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
7-Angeloylretronecine
- Phytochemistry
9-Angeloylretronecine
- Phytochemistry