Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus
Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus, is a distinctive perennial herb native to specific alpine or coastal regions. Recognized by its robust foliage and characteristic flowering structures, this subspecies plays a vital role in its ecosystem, offering unique phytochemical properties that hold significant potential for medicinal research.
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Acetosa Pratensis Subsp. Alpestris · Rumex Scutatus Var. Glaucus · 24 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatusSynonyms
- Acetosa pratensis subsp. alpestris
- Rumex scutatus var. glaucus
- Rumex scutatus f. glaucus
- Rumex scutatus subsp. glaucus
- Rumex scutatus var. aetnensis
- Rumex acetosa subsp. alpestris
- Acetosa alpestris
- Lapathum alpestre
- Rumex scutatus subsp. pyrenaicus
- Rumex scutatus var. vulgaris
- Rumex scutatus f. monstrosus
- Rumex scutatus subsp. pyrenaeus
- Rumex scutatus var. virescens
- Rumex scutatus var. insularis
- Rumex scutatus var. maculatus
- Rumex scutatus var. hortensis
- Rumex scutatus var. hastilis
- Rumex scutatus var. subcordatus
- Rumex scutatus subsp. gallaecicus
- Rumex pubescens
- Rumex glaucus
- Rumex alpestris
- Rumex aetnensis
- Rumex acmophorus
- Rumex bellojocensis
- Rumex subvirescens
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Schild-Ampfer
- Schild-Ampfer (Unterart)
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Polygonaceae and the genus Rumex, specifically identified as the subspecies scutatus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Genus | Rumex |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented in both Great Britain and Sweden. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is also found within the borders of Belgium. Its range extends further into the central territories of Austria. Finally, the geographical reach of this subspecies includes the areas of Czechia and Slovakia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Chemicals
Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthraquinones, Flavonoids, Saponins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthraquinones | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthraquinones
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Flavonoids
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Saponins
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Activities
Rumex scutatus subsp. scutatus has 6 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antitumor, Cytotoxic, Diuretic, Laxative.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tonic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Antitumor
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Cytotoxic
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Diuretic
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Laxative
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Tonic
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous root extracts | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanolic extracts | Letters in applied microbiology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |