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Mentha spicata subsp. condensata

Mentha spicata subsp. condensata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Mentha spicata subsp. condensata, is a distinctive aromatic herb belonging to the mint family. This specialized subspecies is valued for its concentrated essential oils and refreshing fragrance. Renowned in traditional medicine, it is frequently utilized to soothe digestive issues, alleviate headaches, and promote overall relaxation.

Family
Lamiaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Mentha Tomentosa Subsp. Condensata · Mentha Microphylla Var. Condensata · 12 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Mentha spicata subsp. condensata

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Mentha spicata condensata
  • hierbabuena mediterránea

French:

  • Mentha spicata condensata

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Mentha. Specifically, this medicinal specimen is identified as the subspecies condensata.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Mentha

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of Europe. In Southwestern Europe, its presence is notably recorded in Sardegna. Moving toward the Balkan region, it can be found in several Southeastern European countries. Specifically, it inhabits the landscapes of Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Finally, its range extends into the Southeastern European territory of Italy.

Region Area
Southwestern Europe Sardegna
Southeastern Europe Albania
Southeastern Europe Bulgaria
Southeastern Europe Greece
Southeastern Europe Italy
Southeastern Europe Kriti
Southeastern Europe Türkiye-in-Europe
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen.
Northern Africa Egypt
Western Asia Cyprus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Mentha spicata subsp. condensata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Terpenes, polyphenols.

Chemicals reported in Mentha spicata subsp. condensata
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Terpenes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
polyphenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Terpenes

  1. Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association

polyphenols

  1. Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association

Preparations

Mentha spicata subsp. condensata has 4 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Methanol extract, aqueous fraction, methanolic extracts, polyphenolic extracts.

Preparations reported for Mentha spicata subsp. condensata
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aqueous fraction 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Methanolic extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Polyphenolic extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extract

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Aqueous fraction

  1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

Methanolic extracts

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Polyphenolic extracts

  1. Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association