Echium vulgare subsp. vulgare
Echium vulgare subsp. vulgare, commonly known as purple viper's bugloss, is a striking biennial herb native to Europe. Characterized by its vibrant blue flowers and bristly texture, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically used in traditional medicine, it is studied today for its unique bioactive phytochemical properties.
- Scientific name: Echium vulgare subsp. vulgare
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 Echium vulgare subsp. vulgare represents this distinct medicinal taxon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Echium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific presence across several regions within Northern Europe. Its geographical distribution includes the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Furthermore, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Finland. The species is also established within the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its range extends further north into the country of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Activities
Echium vulgare subsp. vulgare has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Carcinogenic, Hepatotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Carcinogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |