Scutellaria hastifolia
Scutelariia hastifolia, commonly known as spear-leaf scutellaria, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific temperate regions. Renowned for its unique lanceolate leaves, this plant has been traditionally utilized in herbal medicine for its potential calming and anti-inflammatory properties, offering a natural approach to supporting holistic wellness and balance.
- Scientific name: Scutellaria hastifolia
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Scutellaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scutellaria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Scutellaria hastifolia, is known by various regional names depending on the language. In Germany, it is referred to as Spieß-Helmkraut, while in Switzerland, the name is written as Spiess-Helmkraut. In the Czech Republic, it is called šišák hrálovitý, and in Poland, it is known as Tarczyca oszczepowatą. Finally, in Finland, the species is identified as keihäsvuohennokka.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Spieß-Helmkraut | Wikidata |
| de-ch | Spiess-Helmkraut | Wikidata |
| cs | šišák hrálovitý | Wikidata |
| pl | Tarczyca oszczepowata | Wikidata |
| fi | keihäsvuohennokka | Wikidata |
| hsb | Žadny šišak | Wikidata |
| sv | Toppfrossört | Wikidata |
| ru | шлемник копьелистный | Wikidata |
| lt | Iečialapė kalpokė | Wikidata |
| bg | копиелистна превара | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark, Finland, and Sweden. Moving toward the central part of the continent, the species is also found within Middle Europe. Specifically, it inhabits the landscapes of Austria. Additionally, its range extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
Activities
Scutellaria hastifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiseptic, Astringent.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Astringent | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Scutellaria hastifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include burns, wounds.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| burns | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |