Petasites hybridus subsp. hybridus
Petasites hybridus hybridus
Petasites hybridus subsp. hybridus, commonly known as butterbur, is a perennial herb prized for its potent medicinal properties. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is most widely recognized for its efficacy in treating migraines and allergic rhinitis. This versatile plant remains a cornerstone in traditional herbalism and modern phytotherapy.
- Scientific name: Petasites hybridus subsp. hybridus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is a member of the family Asteraceae. Specifically, it is identified under the genus Petasites as the subspecies hybridus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Petasites | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by several names depending on the language, though it is frequently referred to by its scientific designation; specifically, in English, it is called Petasites hybridus hybridus, in French it is known as Petasites hybridus hybridus, in Russian as Petasites hybridus hybridus, in Spanish as Petasites hybridus hybridus, and in Italian as Petasites hybridus hybridus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| fr | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| ru | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| es | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| it | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| bg | Petasites hybridus hybridus | Wikidata |
| sk | deväťsil lekársky pravý | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Petasites hybridus subsp. hybridus, exhibits a specific distribution across several Northern European territories. Within the region of Northern Europe, it can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark. Its presence extends further north into the territories of Finland and Norway. Additionally, the species is distributed across the British Isles, specifically inhabiting Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations define the northern reaches of its geographical range.
| 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 |