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
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Polygonum arenarium subsp. arenariumSynonyms
- Polygonum aviculare var. aphyllum
- Polygonum aphyllum
- Polygonum pseudoarenarium
- Polygonum venantianum
- Polygonum junceum
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.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Condensed Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Condensed Tannins
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Flavonoids
- 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.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Antioxidant
- 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.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aqueous extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aqueous extract
- Chemistry & biodiversity