Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia
Pulsatilla sulphurea
Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia, commonly known as Alpine Pasqueflower, is a resilient perennial native to high-altitude European meadows. Renowned for its striking violet blooms, this botanical treasure has long been studied for its bioactive compounds, offering significant traditional medicinal potential in treating inflammatory conditions and various skin ailments.
- Scientific name: Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Pulsatilla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pulsatilla | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia, is recognized by several distinct common names depending on the language and region. In German, it is frequently referred to as the Gelbe Alpen-Kuhschelle, Schwefelanemone, Schwefel-Anemone, or Schwefel-Küchenschelle. In French, it is commonly called la Pulsatille soufrée.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Gelbe Alpen-Kuhschelle | Wikidata |
| fr | Pulsatille soufrée | Wikidata |
| de | Schwefelanemone | Wikidata |
| de | Schwefel-Anemone | Wikidata |
| de | Schwefel-Küchenschelle | Wikidata |
| de | Gelbe Alpen-Küchenschelle | Wikidata |
| fr | Anémone souffrée | Wikidata |
| fr | Pulsatilla sulphurea | Wikidata |
| br | Pulsatilla sulphurea | Wikidata |
| ca | Pulsatilla sulphurea | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several regions of Europe. In Middle Europe, its presence is well-documented in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. The species also extends into Southwestern Europe, where it can be found growing in France. Additionally, its range reaches further south into the territory of Spain. Overall, these locations highlight the specific continental habitats favored by this subspecies.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through its flowering aerial parts. These above-ground structures consist of the stems, leaves, and highly distinctive blooms that emerge during the growing season. The flowering aerial parts contain the concentrated secondary metabolites responsible for the plant's therapeutic effects, making them the essential component harvested for pharmacological use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowering aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pulsatilla alpina subsp. apiifolia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anemonin, protoanemonin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anemonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| protoanemonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |