Butterburs
Petasites · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Butterburs, scientifically known as Petasites, is a versatile genus of perennial herbs renowned for their medicinal properties. Historically used to treat inflammation and respiratory ailments, these plants contain bioactive compounds like petasins. Today, they are widely studied for their potential in managing migraines and seasonal allergic rhinitis effectively.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Butterburs · Butterbur
- Scientific synonyms
- Petasitis · Nardosmia
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Butterburs
- Butterbur
Scientific Names
Accepted name
PetasitesSynonyms
- Petasitis
- Nardosmia
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Pies de caballo
German:
- Pestwurzen
- Arschwurz
- Pestwurz
- Pestwurzen
French:
- Pétasite
- Petasite
- Pétasites
- Pétasites
- Pétasite
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. It is ultimately identified by the genus Petasites.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Petasites |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing within the territories of Denmark and Finland. The species also extends its range to include the islands of Føroyar. Furthermore, it is widely documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, its presence is noted across the landscape of Ireland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Petasites has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Spasmolytic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Spasmolytic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Spasmolytic
- Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis
Preparations
Petasites has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Alzoon.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Alzoon | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Alzoon
- Praxis