Thalictrum minus
Thalictrum minus, commonly known as Lesser Celandine, is a perennial herbaceous plant characterized by its bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers. While often viewed as a garden escapee, it holds historical significance in traditional herbalism. This plant is studied for its unique phytochemical properties and potential medicinal applications in various cultures.
- Scientific name: Thalictrum minus
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Thalictrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Thalictrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Thalictrum minus, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In German, it is referred to as Kleine Wiesenraute, while in Polish, it is called rutewka mniejsza. It is known as Василистник малый in Russian, and in Azerbaijani, it is called Kiçik qaraqaytaran. Additionally, in Lower Sorbian, the plant is known as Mały žiwotnik.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Kleine Wiesenraute | Wikidata |
| pl | rutewka mniejsza | Wikidata |
| ru | Василистник малый | Wikidata |
| az | Kiçik qaraqaytaran | Wikidata |
| hsb | Mały žiwotnik | Wikidata |
| lv | Mazais saulkrēsliņš | Wikidata |
| sv | Kustruta | Wikidata |
| nl | kleine ruit | Wikidata |
| zh | 亚欧唐松草 | Wikidata |
| cs | žluťucha menší | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical presence across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark. Additionally, its distribution extends to the northern territories of Finland and Norway. The species is also documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, its range includes the coastal landscapes of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Thalictrum minus has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include berberine, 1,8-Cineole, Carvacrol, Thymol, gamma-Terpinene.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| berberine | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-Cineole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carvacrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Thymol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gamma-Terpinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| homoorientin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| para-Cymene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thalicoside F | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Thalictrum minus has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Mycobacterium smegmatis, acute lung injury, bedsore, dysentery, fungal infection.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mycobacterium smegmatis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acute lung injury | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bedsore | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dysentery | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fungal infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pulmonary edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| weight loss | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |