Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum
Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum, commonly known as Ciliate Willowherb, is a resilient perennial herb native to specific wetland habitats. Renowned for its delicate pink flowers and unique serrated leaves, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical interest, often studied for its potential therapeutic properties and its role in traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum
- Family: Onagraceae
- Native range: Europe
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Onagraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Epilobium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Epilobium ciliatum subsp. ciliatum, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is most frequently called willowherb, while in French, it is known as épilobe à feuilles ciliées. In Spanish, the species is referred to as epilobio ciliado, and in German, it is identified as Wimpern-Weidenröschen.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |