adder's-mouth
Malaxis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Adder's-mouth, scientifically known as Malaxis, is a remarkable medicinal plant celebrated for its potent therapeutic properties. Found in diverse ecosystems, this resilient herb is traditionally used to treat inflammatory conditions and skin ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile offers promising potential for modern pharmacological research and holistic wellness treatments.
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Adder'S-Mouth · Adder'S Mouth
- Scientific synonyms
- Cheiropterocephalus · Microstylis · 4 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- adder's-mouth
- Adder's mouth
Scientific Names
Accepted name
MalaxisSynonyms
- Cheiropterocephalus
- Microstylis
- Lisowskia
- Achroanthes
- Kornasia
- Pycnantha
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Tamayorkis
- Microstylis
- Anaphora
- Achroanthes
- Seidenfia
- Pterochilus
- Fingardia
- Glossochilopsis
- Acroanthes
- Cheiropterocephalus
German:
- Einblatt
- Weichkraut
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, falling into the orchid family Orchidaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Malaxis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Malaxis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species is also established within Middle Europe. Specifically, it inhabits the territories of Austria. Finally, its range extends through the Czechia-Slovakia region.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Malaxis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Febrifuge.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Febrifuge | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Febrifuge
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Conditions
Malaxis has 6 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include diarrhea, dysentery, fever, hemostasis, infertility.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dysentery | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fever | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemostasis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Infertility | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tuberculosis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Diarrhea
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Dysentery
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Fever
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Hemostasis
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Infertility
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Tuberculosis
- Chemistry & biodiversity