Larix decidua
Larix decidua, commonly known as the European larch, is a resilient deciduous conifer valued for its medicinal potential. Historically used in traditional practices, its needles and bark contain bioactive compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This versatile plant offers significant promise in contemporary herbal pharmacology and natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Larix decidua
- Family: Pinaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Pinidae. Within the order Pinales and family Pinaceae, it is classified under the genus Larix.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Pinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Larix | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Larix decidua, exhibits a specific presence across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the territories of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, its distribution extends to the islands of Føroyar. The species is also documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, its geographical range includes the country of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | 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 |
Chemicals
Larix decidua has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3-carene, D-limonene, hydroxycinnamic acids, lignans, monoterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3-carene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxycinnamic acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pinoresinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Larix decidua has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wound healing, angiogenesis, ulcers, wounds.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wound healing | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| angiogenesis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |