Ophioglossum vulgatum
Ophioglossum vulgatum, commonly known as Adder's-tongue fern, is a primitive pteridophyte cherished in traditional medicine. Valued for its unique bioactive compounds, it has been used historically to treat various ailments, including skin conditions and inflammation. This resilient plant serves as a fascinating subject for both ethnobotany and pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Ophioglossum vulgatum
- Family: Ophioglossaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Ophioglossidae and the order Ophioglossales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ophioglossaceae, falling under the genus Ophioglossum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Ophioglossidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ophioglossales | WCVP |
| Family | Ophioglossaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ophioglossum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence extends further west to include the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species is documented inhabiting the territories of Norway. Together, these locations define its specific geographical range within the northern part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ophioglossum vulgatum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include dihydroquercetin, flavonoids, luteolin, ophioglonin, quercetin-3-O-methyl ether.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| dihydroquercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ophioglonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ophioglossum vulgatum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include burns, wound, wounds.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| burns | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |