fringed willowherb

Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Fringed willowherb, scientifically known as Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum, is a resilient perennial herb native to diverse ecosystems. Renowned for its delicate, fringed petals and distinctive foliage, this plant holds significant interest in ethnobotany. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic properties and traditional medicinal applications globally.

Family
Onagraceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Fringed Willowherb · Northern Willowherb · 3 more
Scientific synonyms
Epilobium Adenocaulon Subsp. Americanum · Epilobium Adenocaulon Var. Ecomosum · 81 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Drüsiges Weidenröschen
  • Weißes Drüsiges Weidenröschen

French:

  • épilobe cilié

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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 ordered as Myrttales and falls under the family Onagraceae. Finally, it is identified as a member of the genus Epilobium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Myrtales
Family Onagraceae
Genus Epilobium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated within the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and northern landscapes of Denmark. Its distribution extends further north to include the territories of Finland and Iceland. Additionally, the species is present across the islands of Great Britain. Finally, its documented presence concludes within the natural habitats of Ireland.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Poland

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Tannins, polyphenols.

Chemicals reported in Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
polyphenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Tannins

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polyphenols

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