Paris quadrifolia
Paris quadrifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (57 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Paris quadrifolia, is a distinctive medicinal herb renowned for its unique four-leaved structure. Traditionally utilized in various healing practices, this plant possesses potent bioactive compounds. It is highly valued in ethnobotany for its potential therapeutic properties, offering significant interest for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
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- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Paris quadrifoliaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, its presence extends to the coastal landscapes of Great Britain and Iceland. The geographical range also encompasses the mountainous terrains of Norway. Together, these locations define the primary northern habitats for Paris quadrifolia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | 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
Paris quadrifolia has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-Dehydrotrillenogenin, 20-HYDROXYECDYSONE, Ecdysterone, L-asparagine, Paridol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Dehydrotrillenogenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 20-HYDROXYECDYSONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ecdysterone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| L-asparagine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Paridol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pennogenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| citric acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pectin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1-Dehydrotrillenogenin
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20-HYDROXYECDYSONE
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Ecdysterone
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L-asparagine
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Paridol
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Pennogenin
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citric acid
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pectin
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Activities
Paris quadrifolia has 49 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Allergenic, Alpha-Amylase-Inhibitor, Analgesic, Antiaphthic, Antiatheromic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Amylase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaphthic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiatheromic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiatherosclerotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticalculic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticoagulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |