Trifolium pannonicum
Trifolium pannonicum, commonly known as Pannonian clover, is a resilient herbaceous perennial native to central and eastern Europe. Valued for its ecological significance and potential medicinal properties, this trifolium species contributes to biodiversity. Research continues into its bioactive compounds, exploring its therapeutic applications within traditional and modern phytotherapy.
- Scientific name: Trifolium pannonicum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Trifolium pannonicum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the 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 pannonicum, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Poland, it is referred to as Koniczyna pannońska, while in Sweden, it goes by the name Ungersk klöver. Its Russian designation is клевер паннонский, and in Welsh, it is called Meillionen Hwngaria. Additionally, in Bulgarian, the species is known as панонска детелина.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Koniczyna pannońska | Wikidata |
| sv | Ungersk klöver | Wikidata |
| ru | клевер паннонский | Wikidata |
| cy | Meillionen Hwngaria | Wikidata |
| bg | панонска детелина | Wikidata |
| is | Steppusmári | Wikidata |
| cs | jetel panonský | Wikidata |
| hr | Panonska djetelina | Wikidata |
| sl | panonska detelja | Wikidata |
| mk | Панонска детелина | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found within the territories of Germany and Hungary. Additionally, its range extends through the Czechia-Slovakia region. Collectively, these locations define the known geographical footprint of Trifolium pannonicum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Trifolium pannonicum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5-hydroxymethylfurfural, palmitic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5-hydroxymethylfurfural | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |