common rue
Ruta · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Common rue, scientifically known as Ruta graveolens, is a perennial herb celebrated for its aromatic, blue-green foliage. Traditionally used in herbal medicine to support digestive health and menstrual regulation, it requires careful handling due to its potent properties. This versatile plant remains a significant subject in ethnobotanical studies worldwide.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Rue · Rues
- Scientific synonyms
- Desmophyllum
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- rue
- rues
Scientific Names
Accepted name
RutaSynonyms
- Desmophyllum
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Ruda
- Rudas
- Ruda
German:
- Rauten
- Raute
- Rauten
- Weinraute
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 Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Ruta.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Ruta |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found growing in Austria and Belgium. Its range further extends through the central territories of Czechia-Slovakia. Finally, the plant is also well-established throughout Germany.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Ruta has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Abortifacient, Emmenagogue.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Abortifacient | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Emmenagogue | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Abortifacient
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Emmenagogue
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Conditions
Ruta has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include lung diseases.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Lung diseases | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Lung diseases
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)