Melampyrum arvense
Melampyrum arvense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Melampyrum arvense, scientifically known as Melampyrum arvense, is a distinctive biennial herb often found in meadows and disturbed soils. Known commonly as Corn Mustard, this plant is characterized by its vibrant, petal-like sepals. While primarily recognized for its ecological role, it holds traditional significance in various botanical studies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Melampyrum arvenseDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is well-documented in Denmark and Finland. It also grows naturally within the territories of Great Britain and Sweden. Furthermore, the species extends its range into Middle Europe, specifically within Austria. Together, these locations highlight the varied geographical footprint of Melampyrum arvense.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Chemicals
Melampyrum arvense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aucubin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aucubin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aucubin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Melampyrum arvense has 19 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antidote (Amanitin), Antiedemic, Antiinflammatory, Antileukemic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidote (Amanitin) | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiprolactin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antistaphylococcic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candidicide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cathartic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |