Stachys alpina alpina
Stachys alpina subsp. alpina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Stachyis alpinia subsp. alpinia, scientifically known as Stachyis alpinia subsp. alpinia, is a resilient perennial herb native to high-altitude alpine regions. Renowned for its distinctive foliage, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures for its therapeutic properties, offering potential benefits in supporting holistic wellness and herbal remedies.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Stachys Alpina Alpina
- Scientific synonyms
- Stachys Fusca · Betonica Nivea Subsp. Masandarana · 12 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Stachys alpina alpina
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Stachys alpina subsp. alpinaSynonyms
- Stachys fusca
- Betonica nivea subsp. masandarana
- Betonica masandarana
- Stachys alpina var. discolor
- Galeopsis fusca
- Stachys alpina subsp. macrophylla
- Stachys dinarica
- Stachys macrophylla
- Stachys orientalis
- Stachys persica
- Stachys masandarana
- Stachys urticifolia
- Betonica nivea var. masandarana
- Stachys curviflora
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Stachys alpina alpina
French:
- Stachys alpina alpina
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 Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Stachys. Specifically, it is identified by its subspecies designation as Stachys alpina subsp. alpina.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Stachys |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found inhabiting the landscapes of Austria and Germany. Its range also extends through Belgium, contributing to its presence in Western Middle Europe. Finally, the plant is located within the central territories of Czechia and Slovakia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Stachys alpina subsp. alpina has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Pharmaceutical biology
Antioxidant
- Pharmaceutical biology
Cytotoxic
- Pharmaceutical biology