Simple-stem Bur-reed

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Simple-stem Bur-reed

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Sparganium erectum subsp. stoloniferum
• Sparganium ramosum subsp. stoloniferum

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Poales, it is situated in the family Typhaceae. Its scientific classification is completed by its assignment to the genus Sparganium.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Asia. Within the vast expanse of Siberia, it can be found in both Buryatiya and throughout West Siberia. Its range extends further east into the Russian Far East, specifically within the Primorye region. Additionally, the species is present in Central Asia, covering parts of Kazakhstan. Finally, its distribution encompasses the mountainous landscapes of Kirgizstan.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Sparganium stoloniferum is characterized by its presence across a broad altitudinal gradient, reflecting its ability to adapt to diverse mountain ecosystems. The species inhabits varied landscapes with an elevational range spanning from a minimum of 1000 m AMSL to a maximum of 3600 m AMSL. Within this vertical distribution, the plant demonstrates a strong preference for high-altitude environments, as indicated by a mean elevational range of 3550 m AMSL. This concentration at higher elevations suggests that the species is well-suited to the specific climatic conditions, such as lower temperatures and unique soil compositions, typically found in alpine or sub-alpine zones.

Elevational range max:

3600 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

3550 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1000 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Sparganium stoloniferum is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist through multiple growing seasons. In terms of its morphological adaptation and growth strategy, it is classified as a helophyte, indicating its ability to thrive in wetland environments where it may experience varying water levels. Furthermore, its structural survival strategy is defined as a cryptophyte, meaning its regenerative buds are protected below the soil or water surface to endure unfavorable environmental conditions.

Life form :

helophyte

Life form :

cryptophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Sarganium stoloniferum is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb and forb. It is a self-supporting plant that does not function as a liana or vine, and it exists as an independent organism rather than a parasite. The species exhibits a semi-aquatic nature, typically occupying terrestrial habitats. In terms of stature, the plant reaches a maximum height of approximately 1.2 m, with an average height of 0.95 m and a minimum height recorded at 0.7 m.

Aquatic :

semiaquatic

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Growth form :

forb

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

1.2 m

Plant height mean:

0.95 m

Plant height min:

0.7 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Physiology

The physiology of Sparganium stoloniferum is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which dictates its carbon fixation processes and metabolic efficiency. The vegetative structure is defined by significant morphological variation in its foliage, where leaf dimensions serve as key indicators of its physiological development. The leaves exhibit a mean length of 65 cm, with individual specimens ranging from a minimum of 40 cm to a maximum of 90 cm. This longitudinal variation is accompanied by a diverse range in leaf width, which shows a mean value of 8.35 cm, a minimum of 0.7 cm, and a maximum of 16 cm. These varying dimensions in leaf surface area likely play a critical role in regulating gas exchange and light interception efficiency within its specific ecological niche.

Leaf length max:

90 cm

Leaf length mean:

65 cm

Leaf length min:

40 cm

Leaf width max:

16 cm

Leaf width mean:

8.35 cm

Leaf width min:

0.7 cm

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Sporganium stoloniferum is characterized by a monoecious sexual system, where individual plants host both male and female reproductive structures. The flowering process is facilitated by an inflorescence that varies in size, with lengths ranging from a minimum of 0.2 m to a maximum of 0.6 m. Following successful fertilization, the plant produces fruits that exhibit specific dimensional characteristics; these fruits typically measure between 0.6 cm and 0.8 cm in length, with an average length observed at approximately 0.7 cm.

Fruit length max:

0.8 cm

Fruit length mean:

0.7 cm

Fruit length min:

0.6 cm

Inflorescence length max:

0.6 m

Inflorescence length min:

0.2 m

Reproduction sexual :

monoecious

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Sparganium stoloniferum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.

Rhizome

1. International journal of molecular sciences

Chemicals

Sparganium stoloniferum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include phenol, sparstolonin B.

phenol

1. International journal of molecular sciences

sparstolonin B

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Activities

Sparganium stoloniferum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Antioxidant

1. Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Conditions

Sparganium stoloniferum has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include pain, thromboembolism, thrombosis.

Pain

1. Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials

Thromboembolism

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Thrombosis

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Preparations

Sparganium stoloniferum has 3 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include SL rhizome, processed product with vinegar, water extract.

Sl rhizome

1. International journal of molecular sciences

Processed product with vinegar

1. Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials

Water extract

1. Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials