Malva trimestris
Malva trimestris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Malva trimestris, scientifically known as Malva trimestris, is a versatile annual herb belonging to the Malvaceae family. Renowned for its soft, lobed leaves and delicate pink flowers, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its soothing mucilaginous properties, effectively treating inflammation, coughs, and skin irritations.
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Lavatera Grandiflora · Lavatera Trimestris Var. Malviformis · 16 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Sommer-Strauchpappel
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Malva trimestrisSynonyms
- Lavatera grandiflora
- Lavatera trimestris var. malviformis
- Lavatera africana
- Lavatera altheifolia
- Lavatera alba
- Malva africana
- Lavatera meonantha
- Malva trimestris var. moschata
- Lavatera trimestris
- Lavatera pseudotrimestris
- Althaea trimestris
- Lavatera trimestris var. pseudotrimestris
- Lavatera trimestris var. brachypoda
- Stegia trimestris
- Lavatera trimestris var. moschata
- Stegia trimestris var. brachypoda
- Malva trimestris var. brachypoda
- Lavatera trimestris f. colorata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Malva trimestris, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, following the order Malvales. Finally, it is a member of the family Malvaceae and falls under the genus Malva.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Malva | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its range extends through both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward the center of the continent, it can be found within Middle Europe, specifically in Germany and the Czechia-Slovakia region. Additionally, the species reaches the Mediterranean landscapes of Southwestern Europe. Its distribution concludes in the Baleares, demonstrating a wide variety of habitats.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Malva trimestris has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caffeic acid methyl ester, Kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-glucoside, kaempferol-7-o-beta-d-glucoside.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeic acid methyl ester | Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-glucoside | Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol-7-o-beta-d-glucoside | Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Malva trimestris has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |