Filipendula ulmaria subsp. picbaueri
Filipendula ulmaria picbaueri
Filipendula ulmaria subsp. picbaueri, commonly known as meadowsweet, is a perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic, creamy blossoms. Historically valued in traditional medicine, it contains salicylic acid derivatives, making it a natural precursor to aspirin. This plant is widely utilized for its soothing anti-inflammatory and antacid therapeutic properties.
- Scientific name: Filipendula ulmaria subsp. picbaueri
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and family Rosaceae, it is classified under the genus Filipendula. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies picbaueri of the species Filipendula ulmaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Filipendula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by several names depending on the language, such as Filipendula ulmaria picbaueri in English (en) and tužebník jilmový Picbauerův in Czech (cs).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Filipendula ulmaria picbaueri | Wikidata |
| cs | tužebník jilmový Picbauerův | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical presence across several European regions. In Middle Europe, its distribution encompasses Austria as well as the areas of Czechia and Slovakia. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, it can be found within the borders of Romania. The species also extends into Eastern Europe, specifically inhabiting Belarus. Finally, its range reaches the Crimean Peninsula, marking its presence in the Krym region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Krym | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |