dwarf arrowhead
Sagittaria pygmaea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dwarf arrowhead, scientifically known as Sagittaria pygmaea, is a diminutive aquatic perennial native to wetland habitats. Characterized by its delicate, arrow-shaped leaves, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Historically utilized in traditional medicine, it offers unique bioactive properties that continue to interest researchers exploring natural therapeutic alternatives.
- Family
- Alismataceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Dwarf Arrowhead · Pygmy Arrowhead
- Scientific synonyms
- Blyxa Coreana · Sagittaria Sagittifolia Var. Oligocarpa · 3 more
Names
Common Names
- dwarf arrowhead
- pygmy arrowhead
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Sagittaria pygmaeaSynonyms
- Blyxa coreana
- Sagittaria sagittifolia var. oligocarpa
- Sagittaria altigena
- Sagittaria sagittifolia var. pygmaea
- Hydrolirion coreanum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Alismatalees. Finally, it is a member of the family Alismataceae and the genus Sagittaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Alismatales | WCVP |
| Family | Alismataceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sagittaria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range across several key regions in East Asia. In China, its presence is widespread, spanning from the North-Central provinces to the South-Central territories. It is also commonly found throughout the Southeast regions of China and on the island of Hainan. Beyond mainland China, the species extends its distribution into Eastern Asia, specifically inhabiting Japan. These varied locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in different ecological zones across the continent.
| 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 | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Activities
Sagittaria pygmaea has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| whole herb | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |