Rumex trisetifer
Rumex trisetifer, commonly known as the three-seeded dock, is a distinctive perennial herb within the Polygonaceae family. Characterized by its unique, winged fruits, this plant thrives in diverse habitats. While primarily recognized for its botanical characteristics, it holds significant interest in ethnobotany for its potential medicinal and nutritional properties.
- Scientific name: Rumex trisetifer
- Family: Polygonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Polygonaceae, specifically situated 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 trisetifer, is referred to by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is widely recognized as 长刺酸模 (zh), 長刺酸模 (zh-tw), or 长刺酸模 (zh-cn), while the broader term 酸模 (zh) is also frequently used to categorize it within the dock family. Additionally, it is sometimes referred to by the name 羊蹄 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 长刺酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 長刺酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 长刺酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh | 酸模 | Wikidata |
| zh | 羊蹄 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions of East Asia. In China, its presence is documented throughout the South-Central and North-Central territories. It can also be found in the Southeast regions of China as well as on the island of Hainan. Moving beyond the mainland, the species is also distributed within Japan. Together, these locations highlight the plant's significant range across diverse Asian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rumex trisetifer, possesses several distinct morphological features used in its study and application. The underground portion includes the roots, which form a foundational system for the plant's stability and nutrient absorption. Specifically, the individual root provides the primary connection to the soil, while the overall structure of the roots can be assessed for health and vitality. Above the ground, the aerial parts with flowers emerge, displaying the reproductive structures and foliage characteristic of the species. Finally, the seeds represent the plant's method of propagation, completing the biological cycle of this medicinal species.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts with flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rumex trisetifer has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiplasmodial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |