erect marsh flower
Liparophyllum exaltatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Erect marsh flower, scientifically known as Liparophyllum exaltatum, is a resilient perennial found in wetland ecosystems. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential in traditional medicine. Its ability to thrive in saturated soils makes it a vital subject for botanical and pharmacological research.
- Family
- Menyanthaceae
- Native range
- Australasia
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Erect Marsh Flower
- Scientific synonyms
- Villarsia Exaltata · Renealmia Exaltata · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- erect marsh flower
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Liparophyllum exaltatumSynonyms
- Villarsia exaltata
- Renealmia exaltata
- Menyanthes exaltata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is further categorized into the family Menyanthaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Liparophyllum, specifically the species Liparophyllum exaltatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Menyanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Liparophyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several distinct regions within the Australian continent. It can be found growing naturally throughout the state of New South Wales. Its range also extends northward into the tropical and subtropical areas of Queensland. Furthermore, the species inhabits the temperate landscapes of Victoria. Finally, its geographical presence reaches as far south as the island of Tasmania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Tasmania | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Liparophyllum exaltatum, utilizes its seeds as a critical component of its reproductive cycle and potential medicinal profile. These seeds serve as the vessel for genetic material, ensuring the continuation of the species through successful dispersal and germination. In the context of its botanical structure, the seeds represent the culmination of its flowering process, housing the essential nutrients required to initiate the growth of a new generation.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| seed | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Liparophyllum exaltatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Pacovatinin A.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Pacovatinin A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Pacovatinin A
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |