Roman Nettle
Urtica pilulifera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Roman Nettle, scientifically known as Urtica pilulifera, is a distinctive member of the Urticaceae family. Characterized by its fine, stinging hairs, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its bioactive properties. It serves as a fascinating subject for studying natural defense mechanisms and potential therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Roman Nettle
- Scientific synonyms
- Urtica Pilulifera F. Balearica · Urtica Chesneyana · 9 more
Names
Common Names
- Roman Nettle
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Urtica balearica
- Ortiga romana
- Ortiga pildorera
- Urtica pilulifera var. genuina
- Ortiga macho
- Ortiga de pelotillos
- Urtica pilulifera f. balearica
- Urtica pilulifera var. balearica
- Ortiga romana
German:
- Pillen-Brennnessel
- Pillen-Brennessel
- Pillenbrennnessel
- Römische Nessel
- Pillenbrennessel
- Pillen-Brennnessel
French:
- Ortie à pilules
- Ortie romaine
- Ortie a pilules
- Ortie à pilules
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Urtica piluliferaSynonyms
- Urtica pilulifera f. balearica
- Urtica chesneyana
- Urtica integrifolia
- Urtica balearica
- Urtica convexa
- Urtica cordifolia
- Urtica pilulifera var. balearica
- Urtica pilulifera var. dodartii
- Urtica dodartii
- Urtica pilulifera var. dodartii
- Urtica romana
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. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Urtica.
| 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 diverse geographical distribution across various regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found inhabiting territories such as Belgium and Germany. The distribution extends further south to Southwestern Europe, where it grows in the Baleares. Additionally, this medicinal plant is also located in the island region of Corse.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | 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 |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
Activities
Urtica pilulifera has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antitumor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |