Nasturtium microphyllum
Nasturtium microphyllum, commonly known as the small-leaf nasturtium, is a resilient medicinal herb native to specific highland regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant offers diverse therapeutic potential. It is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to address various ailments, showcasing the profound healing power of botanical diversity.
- Scientific name: Nasturtium microphyllum
- Family: Brassicaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Brassicales and the family Brassicaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Nasturtium as the species Nasturtium microphyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Brassicales | WCVP |
| Family | Brassicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nasturtium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted in Denmark, Great Britain, and Ireland. It can also be found further north within the borders of Sweden. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species is located in Middle Europe. Specifically, its range extends into the country of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
Activities
Nasturtium microphyllum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |