Lamium amplexicaule
Lamium amplexiuscaule, commonly known as Henbit deadnettle, is a resilient herbaceous plant found in various temperate regions. Characterized by its hooded purple flowers and creeping stems, it has been used traditionally in herbal medicine to support respiratory health, reduce inflammation, and soothe digestive discomfort through its bioactive properties.
- Scientific name: Lamium amplexicaule
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Lamium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lamium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland as well. Additionally, the species has established itself in the unique environment of Iceland. These locations highlight its ability to thrive within specific Northern European territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | 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 |
Activities
Lamium amplexicaule has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |