Gypsophila vaccaria
Gypsophila vaccaria, commonly known as Vaccaria or annual gypsophila, is a versatile medicinal herb native to Eurasia. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and skin inflammations, offering a natural approach to holistic health and wellness.
- Scientific name: Gypsophila vaccaria
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- 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 Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Caryophyllaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Gypsophila, which includes the species Gypsophila vaccaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gypsophila | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Its presence is also documented across the various landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, the species inhabits the territories of both Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its geographical range extends northward into the country 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 |
Activities
Gypsophila vaccaria has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |