Oxybasis urbica
Oxybasis urbica, commonly known as the urban nettle, is a resilient medicinal plant frequently found in disturbed soils and urban environments. Renowned for its potent antioxidant properties, it offers significant therapeutic potential. This versatile herb is traditionally utilized to support detoxification and promote overall wellness through its unique phytochemical profile.
- Scientific name: Oxybasis urbica
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Caryophyllales and the family Amaranthaceae. Ultimately, Oxybasis urbica is identified by the genus Oxybasis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Oxybasis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Oxybasis urbica, is primarily distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. Its presence is well-documented throughout the Scandinavian Peninsula, spanning across Norway and Sweden. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Further west, the plant extends its range to include the various landscapes of Great Britain. Finally, its geographical footprint reaches as far east as Finland, completing its northern European distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | 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 |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Activities
Oxybasis urbica has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |