Thalictrum
Thalictrum, commonly known as meadow rue, is a versatile genus of flowering plants within the Ranunculaceae family. Found in diverse habitats from woodland edges to moist meadows, these perennials are prized for their delicate, fern-like foliage and unique floral structures, adding elegant texture and charm to natural landscapes.
- Scientific name: Thalictrum
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic designation is identified by 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, belonging to the genus Thalictrum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic region. In Simplified Chinese, it is referred to as 唐松草属 (zh-hans) or 唐松草属 (zh-cn), and similarly in Singapore as 唐松草属 (zh-sg). In Traditional Chinese contexts, such as in Taiwan, it is identified as 唐松草屬 (zh-hant), while in Hong Kong, the name used is 唐松草屬 (zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 唐松草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 唐松草屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 唐松草屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 唐松草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 唐松草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 唐松草屬 | Wikidata |
| eo | Taliktro | Wikidata |
| sk | žltuška | Wikidata |
| pl | rutewka | Wikidata |
| qu | Sispa waranqaysu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the northern reaches of Europe. It can be found growing across the diverse landscapes of Denmark and Finland. The species also extends its range to the unique environments of the Faroe Islands. Additionally, its presence is documented throughout Great Britain. Finally, the plant reaches the northernmost territories in Iceland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Chemicals
Thalictrum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include glycosides, phenols, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Thalictrum has 16 reported activities identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiamebic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antimalarial, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 16
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiamebic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitussive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Thalictrum has 16 reported medicinal uses identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antimalarial, antioxidant, antipyretic, contraceptive, convalescence.
- Total uses
- 16
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| contraceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| convalescence | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyspepsia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jaundice | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |