Reaumuria vermiculata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Reaumuria mucronata
• Reaumuria stenophylla

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, falling into the family Tamaricaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Reaumuria, specifically the species Reaumuria vermiculata.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the Mediterranean region. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is noted within the territory of Sicilia. Its range extends significantly into Northern Africa, where it can be found in Algeria. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the North African nations of Egypt and Libya. Finally, its habitat includes the coastal and inland areas of Tunisia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Reaumuria vermiculata is characterized by its nature as a perennial plant, meaning it lives for several years and undergoes multiple reproductive cycles throughout its existence. As a long-lived species, it establishes a persistent presence in its habitat, often developing woody structures that allow it to survive through various seasonal shifts. The developmental progression of the plant involves an initial vegetative growth phase where it establishes a robust root system and foliage, followed by periodic flowering stages that facilitate sexual reproduction. Because it is perennial, it does not die back after a single seeding event like annuals; instead, it maintains its biological functions over an extended duration, potentially exhibiting variable growth rates depending on environmental stability and resource availability.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Reaumuria vermiculata is characterized by a growth form classified as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its development. As a terrestrial organism, it thrives in land-based environments rather than aquatic or semiaquatic habitats. The plant functions as an independent species, lacking any parasitic relationship with host organisms. In terms of its structural habit, it is a self-supporting plant, maintaining its physical form without the need for external climbing structures or obligatory support.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Reaumuria vermiculata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include myricetin.

myricetin

1. EXCLI journal

Activities

Reaumuria vermiculata has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant.

Anticancer

1. EXCLI journal

Antioxidant

1. EXCLI journal

Preparations