Wood burdock (Arctium nemorosum, (1833). Mag. Hort. (Liège) 1)

Family: Asteraceae

Author: Lej.

Bibliography: (1833). Mag. Hort. (Liège) 1

Year: 1833

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Arctium

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to Caucasus

Description

Wood burdock, scientifically known as Arctium nemorosum, is a notable species of the Asteraceae family. First documented in 1833 by Lej. in the “Magazine Horticole” of Liège, this plant showcases the remarkable biodiversity present within the broad expanse of Europe extending to the Caucasus region.

Arctium nemorosum is primarily recognized for its distinctive appearance and ecological role. Like other members of the burdock genus, this plant features large, coarse leaves and thistle-like flowers that bloom in vibrant shades. These blooms are not only striking in appearance but also serve an important function within their ecosystems by attracting a variety of pollinators, thereby contributing to the health and propagation of surrounding flora.

In its native range, wood burdock can often be found thriving in rich, mixed woodland environments, on the edges of forests, and in other lush, temperate areas where it can access ample sunlight and moisture. This adaptability allows it to flourish in a variety of habitats, from open fields to shaded understories, although it excels in more nutrient-rich soils.

The significance of Arctium nemorosum extends beyond its ecological contributions; traditionally, plants in the Arctium genus have held various uses in herbal medicine and culinary practices. While specific applications of wood burdock might vary, its relatives are often used to create herbal remedies due to their reputed properties.

Overall, the wood burdock is a plant of considerable interest due to its widespread presence across diverse regions and its integral role in European and Caucasian ecosystems. Whether admired for its botanical characteristics or valued for its traditional uses, Arctium nemorosum stands out as a prominent member of the natural world.

Common Names

Deu: hain-klette
Dan: skov-burre
Lav: birztalu dizdadzis
Swe: lehtotakiainen, lundkardborre
Fin: lehtotakiainen
Nno: skuggeborre
Nob: skyggeborre
Eng: wood burdock
Nld: bosklit
Cym: cedowrach y coed, ciog, cynga’r coed, cyngaf y coed
En: Wood burdock, Harelock, Northern Burdock
Be: Лопух дуброўны
Bg: Сенколюбив репей
Ca: Repalassa de bosc
Cs: Lopuch hajní
Da: Skov-Burre
Nl: Bosklit
Et: Salutakjas
Fi: Lehtotakiainen
Fr: Bardane des bois, Bardane des forêts
De: Hain-Klette, Hainklette, Klisse
It: Bardana selvatica
Lv: Birztalu dizdadzis
Lt: Miškinė varnalėša
Nb: Skyggeborre
Nn: Skuggeborre
Pl: Łopian gajowy
Ru: Лопух дубравный
Sv: Lundkardborre, Lehtotakiainen
Cy: Cyngaf y coed, Cedowrach y Coed, Ciog, Cynga’r Coed

Synonyms

• Lappa bardana subsp. macrospermum ((Wallr.) Čelak.)
• Lappa communis subsp. nemorosa ((Lej.) R.C.V.Douin)
• Arctium newbouldii ((N.H.Williams) Druce)
• Lappa macrosperma (Wallr.)
• Arctium glabrescens (Klokov)
• Arctium nemorosum f. mathei (Soó)
• Arctium lappa subsp. nemorosum ((Lej.) P.D.Sell)
• Arctium minus subsp. nemorosum (Gaut.)
• Lappa intermedia (Rchb.f.)
• Arctium macrospermum (Dalla Torre & Sarnth.)
• Lappa officinalis subsp. nemorosa ((Lej.) H.J.Coste)
• Arctium majus subsp. nemorosum ((Lej.) Rouy)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Krym (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Flower

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Leaf

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Fruit

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Habit

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Other

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Bark

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5393111)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77072591-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Arctium nemorosum Lej.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 6

Atmospheric humidity: 5

Soil nutriments: 8