Helix Aspersa is a common garden snail that is widely distributed in Europe and other parts of the world. There are a number of synonyms for this species, some of which are used interchangeably. Some of the common synonyms for Helix Aspersa include Cornu aspersum, Helix pomatia, and Cantareus aspersus. These names are used in scientific classification and in literature relating to the snail. Helix Aspersa is an important species for its use in food and cosmetics, as well as for its ecological role as a decomposer and source of food for other animals. Despite its common name, it is not a true helix but rather a pulmonate gastropod.