Epilobium latifolium
Epilobium latifolium, commonly known as Broad-leaved Willowherb, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional healing. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This botanical specimen plays a crucial role in herbal medicine, offering natural therapeutic potential for various skin and digestive ailments.
- Scientific name: Epilobium latifolium
- Family: Not available
- Native range: Europe
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range that spans several distinct regions across the northern hemisphere. In Northern Europe, its presence can be identified within the unique landscape of Iceland. Moving into Eastern Europe, the species is distributed throughout both East European Russia and North European Russia. The plant also extends deep into the Siberian region, where it thrives in specific territories. Specifically, its habitat includes the Altay mountains and the area of Buryatiya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | North European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Siberia | West Siberia | WCVP |
Activities
Epilobium latifolium has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |