Ruscus hypoglossum
Helecho mosca
Ruscus hypoglossum, commonly known as the Glossy Butcher's Broom, is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the undergrowth of European forests. Valued in traditional herbal medicine, this plant contains various bioactive compounds, often utilized for their potential anti-inflammatory properties and ability to support healthy venous circulation and vascular function.
- Scientific name: Ruscus hypoglossum
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Ruscus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ruscus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Ruscus hypoglossum, is referred to by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Arabic, it is called سفندر لامع الظهر, while in Esperanto, it is known as Langa rusko. In Hungarian, the species is identified as lónyelvű csodabogyó, and in Bulgarian, it is called подезичен залист. Additionally, in Welsh, the plant is referred to as Celynnen-Fair ddi-ddrain.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | سفندر لامع الظهر | Wikidata |
| eo | Langa rusko | Wikidata |
| hu | lónyelvű csodabogyó | Wikidata |
| bg | подезичен залист | Wikidata |
| cy | Celynnen-Fair ddi-ddrain | Wikidata |
| hr | Širokolisna veprina | Wikidata |
| cs | listnatec jazykovitý | Wikidata |
| arz | سفندر لامع الظهر | Wikidata |
| sr | Широколисна кострика | Wikidata |
| el | Ρούσκος ο υπόγλωσσος | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found in Austria as well as throughout the Czechia-Slovakia region. It also occupies territories within Hungary, further extending its reach across the central part of the continent. Finally, the geographical range extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically within Bulgaria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ruscus hypoglossum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ruscogenin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ruscogenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |