Rumex dentatus
Golden dock
Rumex dentatus, commonly known as Toothed Dock, is a perennial herb distinguished by its serrated leaves and reddish-brown flowering spikes. Found in moist habitats, this plant contains various bioactive compounds. Historically utilized in traditional medicine, it is studied for its potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive-regulating properties in herbal pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Rumex dentatus
- Family: Polygonaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Polygonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Rumex and the specific species Rumex dentatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Polygonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rumex | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rumex dentatus, is recognized by various common names across different languages and regions. In Chinese, it is referred to as 齿果酸模 in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), 齒果酸模 in Traditional Chinese (zh-hant), and 齒果酸模 in the Cantonese/Hong Kong dialect (zh-hk). In Punjabi, it is commonly called جنگلی پالک (pnb), and in Arabic, it is known as ضرس العجوز (ar).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 齿果酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 齒果酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 齒果酸模 | Wikidata |
| pnb | جنگلی پالک | Wikidata |
| ar | ضرس العجوز | Wikidata |
| sv | Tandskräppa | Wikidata |
| zh | 齿果酸模 | Wikidata |
| bn | সোনালি জল পালং | Wikidata |
| fa | ترشک دندانهدار | Wikidata |
| ur | جنگلی پالک | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species can be found throughout Germany, the Netherlands, and the Czechia-Slovakia region. Additionally, the plant extends its range into Southwestern Europe, specifically within France. Consequently, its geographical footprint spans diverse climatic zones from the north to the southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as dentate dock, utilizes various anatomical structures to thrive and deliver its medicinal properties. The roots are typically thick and sturdy, anchoring the plant firmly into the soil while absorbing essential nutrients and water necessary for its growth. Above the ground, the leaf serves as a vital organ for photosynthesis, characterized by its distinctively toothed margins and elongated shape, which allows the plant to capture sunlight efficiently to produce energy.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rumex dentatus has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 31 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Emodin, anthraquinones, flavonoids, 2-methoxy-6-acetyl-7-methyljuglone, Anthraquinones.
- Total chemicals
- 28
- Scientific sources
- 31
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Emodin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthraquinones | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-methoxy-6-acetyl-7-methyljuglone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthraquinones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chrysophanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Endocrocin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Helonioside-A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rumex dentatus has 7 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Astringent | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rumex dentatus has 14 reported medicinal uses identified across 14 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida albicans, Escherichia coli, Oral squamous cell carcinoma, Staphylococcus aureus, acariasis.
- Total uses
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 14
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oral squamous cell carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acariasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| constipation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dermatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |