Trifolium hybridum
Trifolium hybridum, commonly known as hybrid clover, is a versatile medicinal plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness through its potent antioxidant and therapeutic properties.
- Scientific name: Trifolium hybridum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Trifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Trifolium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Trifolium hybridum, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Iceland, it is referred to as alsíkusmári, while in Poland, it is called Koniczyna białoróżowa. In Russia, the species is known as Клевер гибридный, and in Finland, it is commonly called alsikeapiila. Additionally, in Estonia, this medicinal plant is identified as roosa ristik.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| is | alsíkusmári | Wikidata |
| pl | Koniczyna białoróżowa | Wikidata |
| ru | Клевер гибридный | Wikidata |
| fi | alsikeapila | Wikidata |
| et | roosa ristik | Wikidata |
| de | Schweden-Klee | Wikidata |
| lt | Rausvasis dobilas | Wikidata |
| hsb | Šwedski dźećel | Wikidata |
| csb | Szwedzkô kòniczëna | Wikidata |
| nl | Basterdklaver | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated across the northern regions of Europe. Its presence is well-documented throughout Northern Europe, including Denmark and Finland. Furthermore, the species can be found inhabiting the islands of the Faroe Islands. The geographical reach of this plant also extends to the coastal landscapes of Great Britain. Finally, its range encompasses the lush territories of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | 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 |
Chemicals
Trifolium hybridum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include benzoic acid, flavonoids, isoflavones, myricetin, p-coumaric acid.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| benzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoflavones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myricetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhamnetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Trifolium hybridum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |