Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium

Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium, is a distinctive medicinal herb valued in traditional healing practices. Often found in sandy habitats, this subspecies possesses unique phytochemical properties. It is primarily recognized for its therapeutic potential in treating various ailments, offering significant botanical interest for pharmacological research and herbal medicine.

Family
Polygonaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Polygonum Aviculare Var. Aphyllum · Polygonum Aphyllum · 3 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium

Synonyms

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 Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Polygonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Polygonum as the subspecies Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Polygonaceae
Genus Polygonum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions in Europe. In Middle Europe, its presence is documented in Germany as well as throughout the Czechia-Slovakia region. It can also be found within the borders of Hungary. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species extends into the territory of Albania. Finally, its range reaches into Bulgaria, completing its geographical profile.

Region Area
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Hungary
Southeastern Europe Albania
Southeastern Europe Bulgaria
Southeastern Europe Greece
Southeastern Europe Italy
Southeastern Europe Romania
Southeastern Europe Türkiye-in-Europe
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Condensed Tannins, Flavonoids.

Chemicals reported in Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Condensed Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Condensed Tannins

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Flavonoids

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Activities

Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antibacterial

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Antioxidant

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Preparations

Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous extract.

Preparations reported for Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenarium
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Aqueous extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aqueous extract

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity