Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum

Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum, is a vibrant, curly-leafed variety of parsley celebrated for its culinary and medicinal versatility. Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, this aromatic herb offers potent antioxidant, diuretic, and digestive benefits, making it a staple in traditional wellness and modern nutrition.

Family
Apiaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Petroselinum Hortense · Peucedanum Petroselinum · 62 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Garten-Petersilie

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae and the genus Petroselinum. Specifically, the subspecies crispum represents a distinct botanical grouping within this taxonomic hierarchy.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Apiales
Family Apiaceae
Genus Petroselinum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum, exhibits a specific distribution across several Northern European territories. Its presence is well-documented within the coastal and inland regions of Denmark. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Finland. The geographical range also extends westward to include the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, the plant's distribution reaches the northernmost latitudes within Norway.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Activities

Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antidiabetic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antidiabetic

  1. Journal of diabetes research

Antioxidant

  1. Journal of diabetes research

Preparations

Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Aqueous Extracts.

Preparations reported for Petroselinum crispum subsp. crispum
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Aqueous extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aqueous extracts

  1. Journal of diabetes research