Cyperus longus
Cypterus longus, commonly known as sweet flag or long cyperus, is a perennial medicinal herb valued in traditional healing systems. Renowned for its aromatic rhizomes, it possesses potent anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antimicrobial properties. This versatile plant has long been used to treat gastrointestinal issues and promote overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Cyperus longus
- Family: Cyperaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Poales and the family Cyperaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Cypterus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Cyperaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cyperus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across various parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found across several different nations. Specifically, it inhabits the territories of Belgium, Germany, and Austria. Furthermore, the plant's range extends eastward to include Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cyperus longus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aristolone, humulene oxide, irisone, longiverbenone, viridiflorol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aristolone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| humulene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| irisone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| longiverbenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| viridiflorol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cyperus longus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cyperus longus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |