Winged Candytuft
Iberis pinnata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Winged Candytuft, scientifically known as Iberis pinnata, is a resilient perennial celebrated for its striking white blooms and delicate foliage. Often used in ornamental gardens, this hardy plant thrives in rocky soils. Beyond its beauty, it holds traditional medicinal significance, valued for its potential therapeutic properties in herbal practices.
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Winged Candytuft
- Scientific synonyms
- Crucifera Pinnata · Iberis Pinnata Var. Bicorymbifera · 7 more
Names
Common Names
- Winged Candytuft
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Gefiederte Schleifenblume
- Gefiederter Bauernsenf
French:
- Iberis penne
- Ibéris à feuilles pennatifides
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Iberis pinnataSynonyms
- Crucifera pinnata
- Iberis pinnata var. bicorymbifera
- Iberis ceratophylla
- Thlaspi pinnatum
- Iberis rollii
- Iberis pinnata proles costei
- Iberis pinnata var. bicorymbifera
- Biauricula pinnatifida
- Iberis amara var. ceratophylla
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Brassicales and the family Brassicaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Iberis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Brassicales | WCVP |
| Family | Brassicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Iberis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Middle Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Austria and Germany. Additionally, its presence extends into the territories of Belgium and Switzerland. The species is also documented across the Czechia-Slovakia region. Collectively, these locations define its primary geographical range within the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Activities
Iberis pinnata has 6 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Anthelmintic, Antibacterial, Antitumor, Irritant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Irritant | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | International journal of biomaterials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |