Epilobium parviflorum
Epilobium parviflorum, commonly known as small-flowered willowherb, is a resilient perennial herb native to diverse landscapes. Valued in traditional herbalism, this plant possesses unique bioactive properties. Its medicinal potential lies in its diverse phytochemical profile, offering therapeutic possibilities for various health conditions through its natural, restorative botanical compounds.
- Scientific name: Epilobium parviflorum
- Family: Onagraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Myrtales, and the family Onagraceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by 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 parviflorum, is referred to by various common names depending on the language. In German, it is called Kleinblütiges Weidenröschen, while in Polish, it is known as Wierzbownica drobnokwiatowa. Its Czech name is vrbovkka malokvětá, and in Hungarian, it is called kisvirágú füzike. Additionally, in Upper Sorbian, the species is identified as Rěčna wjerbinka.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Kleinblütiges Weidenröschen | Wikidata |
| pl | Wierzbownica drobnokwiatowa | Wikidata |
| cs | vrbovka malokvětá | Wikidata |
| hu | kisvirágú füzike | Wikidata |
| hsb | Rěčna wjerbinka | Wikidata |
| sv | Luddunört | Wikidata |
| zh | 小花柳叶菜 | Wikidata |
| nl | Viltige basterdwederik | Wikidata |
| et | väikeseõiene pajulill | Wikidata |
| fi | nukkahorsma | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Epilobium parviflorum, exhibits a specific geographical range across several Northern European regions. It can be found growing naturally within the country of Denmark. Its presence is also documented throughout the diverse landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, the species is distributed across the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its habitat extends northward into the rugged terrain 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as small-flowered willowherb, is utilized in traditional medicine primarily through its herba. The entire aerial portion of the plant, including the stems and leaves, constitutes the medicinal herb used for its therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| herba | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Epilobium parviflorum has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include oenothein B, polyphenols, aldrin, condensed tannins, dieldrin.
- Total chemicals
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oenothein B | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aldrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| condensed tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dieldrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxyl radical | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myricetin-3-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Epilobium parviflorum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Epilobium parviflorum has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Malignant melanoma, benign prostatic hyperplasia, cancer, prostatic diseases, prostatitis.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Malignant melanoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| benign prostatic hyperplasia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prostatic diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prostatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |