Cambridge Milk-Parsley
Selinum carvifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Cambridge Milk-Parsley, scientifically known as Selinum carvifolia, is a perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Native to mountainous regions, it is highly valued in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties. Rich in essential oils, this plant is primarily utilized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive-enhancing medicinal benefits.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Cambridge Milk-Parsley
- Scientific synonyms
- Cnidium Carvifolia · Selinum Membranaceum · 14 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Cambridge Milk-Parsley
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Selinum carvifoliaSynonyms
- Cnidium carvifolia
- Selinum membranaceum
- Angelica carvifolia var. pratensis
- Mylinum carvifolia
- Angelica carvifolia var. prolifera
- Angelica carvifolia
- Selinon carvifolia
- Athamanta carvifolia
- Carum sulcatum
- Selinum pseudocarvifolia
- Seseli carvifolia
- Selinum silvaticum
- Selinum seguirei
- Selinum angulatum
- Oreoselinum pseudocarvifolium
- Ligusticum carvifolia
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Kümmelblättrige Silge
- Kümmel-Silge
- Silge
- Kümmel-Silge
- Silge
- Kümmelblättrige Silge
French:
- sélin
- Selin a feuilles de cumin des pres
- Sélin à feuilles de carvi
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Selinum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Selinum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing within the territories of Denmark and Finland. Furthermore, its presence extends to the landscapes of Great Britain. The species is also documented in the northern reaches of Norway. Finally, its geographical range includes the country of Sweden.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Selinum carvifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Phenols, Terpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Phenols
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy
Terpenoids
- Drug metabolism and personalized therapy