Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris, commonly known as the marsh pea, is a specialized perennial herb found in wetland habitats. While primarily valued for its ecological role in nitrogen fixation, this subspecies holds historical significance in traditional herbalism, often studied for its unique biochemical properties and potential therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lathyrus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris, is known by its specific Finnish common name, silorantanätkelmä.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fi | silorantanätkelmä | Wikidata |
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 | 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
Lathyrus palustris subsp. palustris has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |