Lappula squarrosa
Lappula squarrosa, commonly known as rough beggarticks, is a resilient herbaceous plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Noted for its small, hairy flowers and sticky seeds, this species is valued in traditional ethnobotany. It is frequently studied for its potential bioactive compounds and therapeutic applications in diverse medicinal practices.
- Scientific name: Lappula squarrosa
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Lappula.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lappula | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several northern European regions. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark. Additionally, its presence is noted throughout the territory of Finland. The species also inhabits parts of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its range extends into the northern reaches 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 |
Chemicals
Lappula squarrosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gamma-linolenic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gamma-linolenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |