Juncus acutus
Juncus acutus, commonly known as sharpneck rush, is a resilient perennial herb found in coastal and wetland ecosystems. Renowned for its tough, fibrous stems, this plant plays a vital role in soil stabilization. In traditional medicine, its various parts are utilized for their unique bioactive properties and healing potential.
- Scientific name: Juncus acutus
- Family: Juncaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Poales, falling into the family Juncaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus name, Juncus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Juncaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Juncus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a varied geographical distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it can be found throughout various parts of Southwestern Europe. Specifically, its range includes the islands of Baleares and Corse. Additionally, the species is widely distributed across the mainland of France.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
Chemicals
Juncus acutus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include luteolin, luteolin-7-O-glucoside.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin-7-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Juncus acutus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Juncus acutus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HCov-229E, human coronavirus 229E.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HCov-229E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| human coronavirus 229E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |