Lupinus albus subsp. albus
Lupinus albus subsp. albus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lupinus albus subsp. albus, is a perennial legume valued for its medicinal and nutritional properties. Historically used to treat various ailments, this subspecies contains bioactive compounds like alkaloids. It plays a significant role in traditional medicine, offering potential therapeutic benefits for skin health and metabolic regulation.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lupinus albus subsp. albusDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several regions across the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be identified within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found in both Germany and the territories of Czechia-Slovakia. The distribution extends further south to Southwestern Europe, where it inhabits France. Additionally, this medicinal plant is located on the island of Corse within the same southwestern region.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Lupinus albus subsp. albus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- Zeitschrift fur Ernahrungswissenschaft
- Journal of natural products