Marsilea mutica
Marsilea mutica, commonly known as the great water fern, is a distinctive aquatic plant characterized by its four-leaflet foliage. Often found in wetlands and slow-moving waters, this resilient species plays a vital role in aquatic ecosystems, providing shelter for fauna and contributing to the natural purification of water bodies.
- Scientific name: Marsilea mutica
- Family: Marsileaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic details place it in the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Salviniales, specifically within the family Marsileaceae. It is identified under the genus Marsilea, which encompasses this specific medicinal species.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Salviniales | WCVP |
| Family | Marsileaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Marsilea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Marsilea mutica, is recognized by its specific common names in different languages, such as 斑叶蘋 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 斑叶蘋 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several regions in Asia and Oceania. Within the Indo-China region, its presence is specifically noted in Thailand. In Australia, the species can be found inhabiting the state of New South Wales. It also extends into the tropical landscapes of the Northern Territory and the subtropical areas of Queensland. Finally, its range reaches the southern reaches of the continent in Tasmania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Tasmania | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | New Caledonia | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama | WCVP |
Activities
Marsilea mutica has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiepileptic, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiepileptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |