Trifolium alpestre
Trifolium alpestre · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Trifolium alpestre, is a resilient alpine legume characterized by its delicate trifoliate leaves and clusters of small, pale flowers. Found in high-altitude meadows, this hardy plant plays a vital role in mountain ecosystems, offering potential medicinal benefits through its unique phytochemical properties and nutrient density.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Trifolium alpestreDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Denmark. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found growing in the landscapes of Austria and Belgium. It also inhabits the territories of Germany, extending its range further into the heart of the continent. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the regions of Czechia and Slovakia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Trifolium alpestre has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Isoflavones, heptachlor.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoflavones | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| heptachlor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Molecular and cellular biochemistry
Isoflavones
- Molecular and cellular biochemistry
heptachlor
- Journal of environmental science and health. Part. B, Pesticides, food contaminants, and agricultural wastes
Activities
Trifolium alpestre has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Phytoestrogenic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytoestrogenic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Molecular and cellular biochemistry
Phytoestrogenic
- Journal of AOAC International