Rumex cyprius

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across multiple regions of Africa and Western Asia. In Northern Africa, its presence is documented in the countries of Algeria, Egypt, and Morocco. Moving toward the West Tropical Africa region, the species can also be found in Mauritania. Additionally, its range extends into Western Asia, specifically on the island of Cyprus. Collectively, these locations highlight the diverse environmental settings where the plant thrives.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Rumex cyprius is characterized by its classification as an annual plant, meaning it completes its entire biological cycle—from germination to seed production and senescence—within a single growing season. The cycle begins with the germination of seeds, typically triggered by seasonal moisture and favorable soil temperatures, leading to the development of a vegetative phase where the plant establishes its root system and produces characteristic foliage. As the growing season progresses, the plant transitions into a reproductive phase, characterized by the elongation of flowering stalks and the subsequent development of inflorescences. Following successful pollination, the plant focuses its energy on seed maturation, ensuring the dispersal of the next generation before the individual plant withers and dies at the end of the season.

Lifecycle :

annual

Morphology

The morphology of Rumex cyprius is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb, specifically categorized as a herbaceous plant. It functions as an independent organism, exhibiting no parasitic behavior toward other species. In terms of its ecological habitat and structural habit, the plant can be found in aquatic, semiaquatic, or terrestrial environments, demonstrating significant adaptability to varying moisture levels. Structurally, it is a self-supporting plant that does not require external support to maintain its upright posture, maintaining a consistent herbaceous stature throughout its life cycle.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Rumex cyprius is characterized by a specific flowering phenology and consistent seed characteristics. The flowering period typically begins in March and concludes in April, although the timing can be variable depending on environmental conditions. Following successful pollination, the plant produces seeds that exhibit a highly uniform mass; the seed mass is measured at a constant value of 0.00409 g, with the mean, maximum, and minimum recorded weights all aligning at this exact measurement.

Flowering time :

Mar

Flowering time :

Apr

Seed mass mean:

0.00409 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Rumex cyprius has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.

Fruit

1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin

Preparations

Rumex cyprius has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extracts of fruits.

Extracts of fruits

1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin