Urtica membranacea
Urtica membranacea, commonly known as the membrane nettle, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its unique properties. Characterized by its delicate, translucent appearance, this species offers therapeutic potential in traditional herbalism. Understanding its botanical profile and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its role in natural healing practices.
- Scientific name: Urtica membranacea
- Family: Urticaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales, it is classified under the family Urticaceae and the genus Urtica. Together, these taxonomic ranks identify Urtica membranacea as a specific member of the nettle family.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Urticaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Urtica | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a varied distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is found within the territories of Belgium and Germany. Additionally, its range extends to Southwestern Europe, specifically reaching the Baleares islands. These diverse locations highlight the wide geographical footprint of Urtica membranacea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Activities
Urtica membranacea has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Urtica membranacea has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, cancer.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |