Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris, is a specialized medicinal legume traditionally utilized in various ethnobotanical practices. Often found in wetland habitats, this subspecies possesses unique phytochemical properties. Exploring its therapeutic potential offers valuable insights into natural pharmacology and the preservation of diverse botanical heritage for modern medicine.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustrisSynonyms
- Lathyrus palustris f. linearifolius
- Orobus myrtifolius
- Lathyrus palustris var. macranthus
- Lathyrus palustris subsp. pilosus
- Lathyrus palustris var. myrtifolius
- Lathyrus palustris var. pilosus
- Lathyrus palustris f. pilosus
- Lathyrus palustris f. miyabei
- Lathyrus pilosus var. miyabei
- Lathyrus ugoensis
- Lathyrus palustris var. angustus
- Lathyrus palustris f. canescens
- Lathyrus palustris var. dasycarpus
- Lathyrus palustris var. praesignis
- Lathyrus palustris var. pseudomyrtifolius
- Lathyrus palustris var. retusus
- Orobus myrtifolius var. gracilis
- Lathyrus myrtifolius
- Lathyrus pilosus
- Lathyrus viciifolius
- Lathyrus viciiformis
- Lathyrus palustris var. bulbulifer
- Lathyrus granulatus
- Lathyrus hydrophilus
- Lathyrus palustris var. bulbilifer
- Lathyrus palustris var. glabra
- Lathyrus palustris var. heterophylloides
- Lathyrus palustris var. linearifolius
- Lathyrus palustris var. major
- Lathyrus palustris f. pallida
- Lathyrus myrtifolius var. macranthus
- Lathyrus palustris var. angustifolius
- Lathyrus palustris var. latifolius
- Lathyrus miyabei
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Sumpf-Platterbse
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Fabaceae and the genus Lathyrus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Lathyrus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across various regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the coastal and wetland areas of Denmark and Finland. Its range also extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species has been documented in the unique landscapes of Iceland. Together, these locations define its specific geographical presence in the northern hemisphere.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Iceland |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include soyasapogenol B monoglucuronide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| soyasapogenol B monoglucuronide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
soyasapogenol B monoglucuronide
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Activities
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hepatoprotective.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatoprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hepatoprotective
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