Rumex nervosus
Rumex nervosus, commonly known as Nervy Dock, is a perennial herb native to the Pacific Northwest. Distinguished by its prominent leaf venation, this plant thrives in moist, disturbed soils. While often considered a common weed, it holds ecological value and historical significance within traditional botanical studies and regional landscapes.
- Scientific name: Rumex nervosus
- Family: Polygonaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Caryophyllales and the family Polygonaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Rumex.
| 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 nervosus, is identified by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Arabic, it is referred to as عثرب (ar) and similarly known as عثرب (arz), while in Amharic, it is called እምቧጮ (am).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | عثرب | Wikidata |
| am | እምቧጮ | Wikidata |
| arz | عثرب | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across Northeast Tropical Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Within the African continent, its presence is documented in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It can also be found extending through the regions of Sudan and South Sudan. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, the species is located in Saudi Arabia. Finally, its range reaches into the territory of Yemen.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as nervous dock, possesses several distinct anatomical features used in its identification. The aerial parts consist of the visible structure above the ground, primarily composed of the robust stems and the foliage. The stems are typically erect and can grow quite tall, providing the structural support for the plant's development. Attached to these stems are the leaves, which are characterized by their prominent veins and shape, playing a crucial role in photosynthesis. Beneath the surface, the plant is anchored by its roots, which help in nutrient absorption and stability within the soil.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial part | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rumex nervosus has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin 3-O-rhamnoside, flavonoids, hexane, luteolin 6-C-glucoside, methanol.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin 3-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin 6-C-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pyrogallol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vitamin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rumex nervosus has 3 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rumex nervosus has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus aureus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Enterococcus faecalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas Aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus pyogenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza A virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |