Scrophularia alata
Scrophularia alata, commonly known as the winged figwort, is a distinctive perennial herb valued in traditional herbalism. Characterized by its unique leaf structure and flowering spikes, this plant contains bioactive compounds used to address inflammatory conditions and skin ailments, offering a unique botanical resource for holistic wellness and research.
- Scientific name: Scrophularia alata
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 Lamiales and the family Scrophulariaceae. Finally, it is placed in the genus Scrophularia as the species Scrophularia alatata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scrophularia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Scrophularia alatata, is known by different names depending on the region and language. In Japanese, it is referred to as エゾヒナノウスツボ, while in Belarusian, it is commonly called Залозніца крылатая.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | エゾヒナノウスツボ | Wikidata |
| be | Залозніца крылатая | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Eastern Asia. Within the Russian Far East, it can be found inhabiting the Kuril Islands, Sakhalin, and the Primorye region. Its range also extends significantly into Eastern Asia, covering various parts of Japan. Additionally, the species is documented to grow throughout Korea. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Scrophularia alata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |