Nymphoides peltata
Nymphoides peltata, commonly known as yellow floating heart, is a versatile aquatic perennial valued in traditional herbal practices. Featuring striking golden blooms, this plant is recognized for its diverse bioactive compounds. It is often studied for its potential therapeutic properties, contributing to holistic approaches in managing various health conditions.
- Scientific name: Nymphoides peltata
- Family: Menyanthaceae
- 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 Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Menyanthaceae and is identified by the genus Nymphoides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Menyanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nymphoides | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the waters of Denmark, Great Britain, and Ireland. Its presence also extends further north into the landscapes of Sweden. Moving toward the continent, the species is also recorded within Middle Europe. Specifically, these locations include the country of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Chemicals
Nymphoides peltata has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include isoquercetin, menthiafolin, quercetin, quercetin-3-O-vicianoside, quercitrin.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| isoquercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| menthiafolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-vicianoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Nymphoides peltata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antipyretic, Diuretic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Nymphoides peltata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include polyuria, wound healing.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| polyuria | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |