Pedicularis palustris
Pedicularis palustris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Pedicularis palustris, scientifically known as Pedicularis palustris, is a distinctive perennial herb found in damp, marshy habitats. Characterized by its striking pinkish-purple tubular flowers, this hemiparasitic species plays a vital role in wetland ecosystems. It is highly valued by botanists for its unique morphology and ecological significance.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pedicularis palustrisDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the territories of Denmark and Finland. The species also extends its range to the Faroe Islands. Additionally, its presence is documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, the plant is known to inhabit the landscape of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | 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 |
Chemicals
Pedicularis palustris has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aucubin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aucubin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aucubin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Pedicularis palustris has 19 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antidote (Amanitin), Antiedemic, Antiinflammatory, Antileukemic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidote (Amanitin) | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiprolactin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antistaphylococcic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candidicide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cathartic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |