Cyperus scariosus
Cyperus scariosus, commonly known as the creeping sedge, is a resilient perennial herb found in wetland ecosystems. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant possesses unique bioactive properties. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in treating digestive ailments and supporting overall wellness through its natural compounds.
- Scientific name: Cyperus scariosus
- Family: Cyperaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Poales and is a member of the family Cyperaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Cyperus.
| 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 geographical distribution spanning several distinct tropical and subtropical regions. In South Tropical Africa, its presence is specifically noted in Mozambique. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found within the borders of Bangladesh. The species also extends into the Malesia region, particularly on the island of Jawa, and reaches into Papuasia via New Guinea. Finally, its range reaches the Australian continent, specifically within the Northern Territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cyperus scariosus has 27 reported phytochemicals identified across 27 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ca, Caffeic acid, Cu, Fe, Gallic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 27
- Scientific sources
- 27
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ca | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mg | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-methyl-1-adamantaneacetamide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cyperus scariosus has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antiacid, Antioxidant, Free-Radical Scavenging.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cyperus scariosus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include oxidative DNA damage, rheumatoid arthritis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxidative DNA damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatoid arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |