Filipendula vulgaris
Filipendula vulgaris, commonly known as lady's bedstraw, is a perennial herb native to Europe. Historically valued in traditional herbalism, this plant belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is characterized by its delicate white flowers and aromatic foliage, often found in meadows and woodlands, traditionally used for its mild medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Filipendula vulgaris
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its classification through the subclass Magnoliidae and order Rosales, it is a member of the Rosaceae family. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Filipendula.
| 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, known scientifically as Filipendula vulgaris, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Poland, it is known as Wiązówka bulwkowa, while in Russia, it is called Таволга обыкновенная. In Finland, the species is called sikoangervo, and in Ukraine, it is recognized as Гадючник шестипелюстковий. Furthermore, in Latvia, this medicinal herb is known as Lielziedu vīgrieze.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Wiązówka bulwkowa | Wikidata |
| ru | Таволга обыкновенная | Wikidata |
| fi | sikoangervo | Wikidata |
| uk | Гадючник шестипелюстковий | Wikidata |
| lv | Lielziedu vīgrieze | Wikidata |
| de | Kleines Mädesüß | Wikidata |
| de-ch | Kleines Mädesüss | Wikidata |
| cs | tužebník obecný | Wikidata |
| dsb | Kulawata smalanka | Wikidata |
| az | Adi quşqonmaz | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout the northern regions of Europe. Its presence can be documented across several specific countries in Northern Europe, including Denmark and Finland. Additionally, it is found within the landscapes of Great Britain and Ireland. The species also extends its range into the territory of Norway. Consequently, its geographical footprint is concentrated in these northernmost parts of the continent.
| 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 |
Chemicals
Filipendula vulgaris has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Catechin, quercetin, rosmarinic acid, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Filipendula vulgaris has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anticholinesterase, Antihyperglycemic, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Filipendula vulgaris has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antihyperglycemic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |