brake
Pteris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Brake, scientifically known as Pteris, is a versatile genus of ferns celebrated in traditional medicine. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this plant is utilized across various cultures to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. Its unique pharmacological properties continue to fascinate researchers exploring natural healing alternatives.
- Family
- Pteridaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Brake · Brakes
- Scientific synonyms
- Pycnodoria · Schizostege · 15 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- brake
- brakes
Scientific Names
Accepted name
PterisSynonyms
- Pycnodoria
- Schizostege
- Ochropteris
- Neurocallis
- Monogonia
- Hemipteris
- Idiopteris
- Copelandiopteris
- Anopteris
- Afropteris
- Lathyropteris
- Litobrochia
- Campteria
- Heterophlebium
- Spathepteris
- Platyzoma
- Lemapteris
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- helechos alados
German:
- Saumfarne
French:
- Ptéris
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, falling into the family Pteridaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Pteris.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Pteridaceae |
| Genus | Pteris |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be specifically noted within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is widely documented throughout Germany and Austria. It also maintains a significant presence in Belgium within the same central region. Finally, its geographical range extends further east to include Hungary.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Pteris has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antitumor.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Mini reviews in medicinal chemistry
Antitumor
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica