Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum
Slenderleaf iceplant
Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum, commonly known as the nodding ice plant, is a succulent perennial valued in traditional herbal medicine. Native to various arid regions, it possesses unique bioactive properties. This resilient plant is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing inflammatory conditions and supporting overall skin health.
- Scientific name: Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum
- Family: Aizoaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the Aizoaceae family, falling under the genus Mesembryanthemum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Aizoaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mesembryanthemum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In German, it is called die Knotenblütige Mittagsblume, while in Swedish, it is known as Gul isört. Its names in other languages include אהל מצוי in Hebrew, گل نیمروز in Persian, and سبيب عاري الأزهار in Arabic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Knotenblütige Mittagsblume | Wikidata |
| he | אהל מצוי | Wikidata |
| sv | Gul isört | Wikidata |
| fa | گل نیمروز | Wikidata |
| ar | سبيب عاري الأزهار | Wikidata |
| aeb-arab | غيسول | Wikidata |
| fi | suppujääpäivikki | Wikidata |
| arz | سبيب عارى الازهار | Wikidata |
| es | Gulluricos | Wikidata |
| es | Yerba del vidrio | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of Europe. In Middle Europe, its presence is specifically noted within Germany. Moving towards the southwestern part of the continent, it can be found in France and Portugal. Its range also extends to various Mediterranean locations, including the Balearic Islands. Additionally, the species is documented inhabiting the island of Corsica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | 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 | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Activities
Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Herpes simplex virus type 1.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Herpes simplex virus type 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |