Java waterdropwort
Oenanthe javanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Extensive (170 studies) · ★★★★☆
Java waterdropwort, scientifically known as Oenanthe javaica, is a perennial aquatic herb native to Southeast Asia. Traditionally utilized in various folk medicines, it is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. This plant thrives in marshy habitats and is often studied for its potential therapeutic applications in holistic wellness.
Names
Common Names
- Japanese parsley
- Java water-dropwort
- Water Dropwort
- Chinese-celery
- Indian-pennywort
- water-celery
- water-dropwort
- Java waterdropwort
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- perejil cisterna
German:
- Pokok Selom
- Koreanische Petersilie
- Minari
- Java-Wasserfenchel
- Wasserfenchel
French:
- Pokok Selom
- oenanthe de Java
- Persil japonais
- Œnanthe de Java
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Oenanthe javanicaSynonyms
- Oenanthe stolonifera var. javanica
- Sium javanicum
- Cyssopetalum javanicum
- Dasyloma javanicum
- Falcaria javanica
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Oenanthe.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Oenanthe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across various regions of the Eurasian continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be recorded in Great Britain. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species is found inhabiting parts of Italy. The distribution extends into Siberia, specifically within the Chitá region. Finally, it reaches the Russian Far East, where it is located in both the Kuril Islands and Primorye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Oenanthe javanica has 33 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-PINENE, CAMPHENE, CARVACROL, Coumarins, D-Galactosamine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CARVACROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-Galactosamine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hyperoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isorhamnetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Myristicin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-1-Eicosanol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
BETA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
CAMPHENE
- Dr. Duke
CARVACROL
- Dr. Duke
Coumarins
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
D-Galactosamine
- Dr. Duke
Flavonoids
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Hyperoside
- Planta medica
Isorhamnetin
- Dr. Duke
Myristicin
- Dr. Duke
N-1-Eicosanol
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Oenanthe javanica has 126 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant, Antiviral, Hepatoprotective, 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Dr. Duke (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | Dr. Duke (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amphetaminagenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Oenanthe javanica has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HBeAg, HBsAg, abdominal pain, aging, jaundice.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| HBeAg | Acta pharmacologica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HBsAg | Acta pharmacologica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abdominal pain | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aging | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jaundice | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| OjF | Acta pharmacologica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |