Silver lace vine
Fallopia aubertii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Silver lace vine, scientifically known as Fallopia aubertii, is a vigorous climbing perennial celebrated for its striking, heart-shaped foliage. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significance in traditional herbal medicine, often utilized for its potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, offering a unique blend of beauty and therapeutic value.
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Reynoutria Aubertii · Tiniaria Aubertii · 2 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Schlingenknöterich
French:
- Renouée d'Aubert
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Fallopia aubertiiSynonyms
- Reynoutria aubertii
- Tiniaria aubertii
- Bilderdykia aubertii
- Polygonum aubertii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Caryophyllales and the family Polygonaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Fallopia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Polygonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fallopia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence is documented within the borders of Hungary. Moving toward the Balkan Peninsula, it can be found throughout various parts of Southeastern Europe. Specifically, the species inhabits the territories of Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Finally, its range extends further north through the country of Romania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Fallopia aubertii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Fitoterapia
Activities
Fallopia aubertii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethyl acetate extract | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate extracted part | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate fraction | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |