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Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus

Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Belonging to the Cyperaceae family, this species is recognized for its therapeutic properties, often utilized to address various ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a significant subject for ethnobotanical study.

Family
Cyperaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Papyrus Venustus · Cyperus Exaltatus Var. Minor · 10 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Poales, it is further categorized under the family Cyperaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Cyperus and the specific variety exaltatus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Poales
Family Cyperaceae
Genus Cyperus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans across multiple continents. In Middle Europe, its presence can be specifically noted within Germany. Moving toward the tropical regions, it is widely distributed throughout West Tropical Africa. Within this African zone, the species is found in countries such as Benin, Burkina, and Ghana. Additionally, its range extends further south to include the Ivory Coast.

Region Area
Middle Europe Germany
West Tropical Africa Benin
West Tropical Africa Burkina
West Tropical Africa Ghana
West Tropical Africa Ivory Coast
West Tropical Africa Mali
West Tropical Africa Nigeria
West Tropical Africa Senegal
West Tropical Africa Togo
West-Central Tropical Africa Cameroon

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Alopecuquinone, Benzoquinone, Diosmetin, Flavonoids, Orientin.

Chemicals reported in Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Alopecuquinone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Benzoquinone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Diosmetin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Orientin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Quercetin 3,3'-dimethyl ether 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Quercetin 3,4'-dimethyl ether 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Vicenin 2 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Alopecuquinone

  1. Phytochemistry

Benzoquinone

  1. Phytochemistry

Diosmetin

  1. Phytochemistry

Flavonoids

  1. Phytochemistry

Orientin

  1. Phytochemistry

Quercetin 3,3'-dimethyl ether

  1. Phytochemistry

Quercetin 3,4'-dimethyl ether

  1. Phytochemistry

Vicenin 2

  1. Phytochemistry

Preparations

Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethanol extract of the inflorescences, ethanol extract of the plant material.

Preparations reported for Cyperus exaltatus var. exaltatus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethanol extract of the inflorescences 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ethanol extract of the plant material 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethanol extract of the inflorescences

  1. Phytochemistry

Ethanol extract of the plant material

  1. Phytochemistry