Sparganium stoloniferum
Sparganium stoloniferum, commonly known as stoloniferous spargani, is a unique medicinal plant valued for its bioactive properties. Characterized by its creeping stems, this species is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments. Research continues to explore its potential pharmacological benefits and its role in supporting holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Sparganium stoloniferum
- Family: Typhaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Typhaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sparganium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sparganium stoloniferum, is identified by several common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 黑三棱 (zh), 黑三棱 (zh-cn), 黑三棱 (zh-tw), and 黑三棱 (zh-hans), or simply as 三棱 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 黑三棱 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 黑三棱 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 黑三棱 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 黑三棱 | Wikidata |
| zh | 三棱 | Wikidata |
| zh | 理三棱 | Wikidata |
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.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | West Siberia | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Spermacoce stolonifera (often referred to in historical texts as Spermacoce stolonifera or associated with the Spermacoce genus), utilizes a specialized underground structure known as a rhizome to facilitate its growth and survival. This creeping, horizontal stem allows the plant to spread effectively across the soil surface and establish new shoots, ensuring its persistence in its natural habitat. In medicinal applications, the various components of the plant are often studied, but the robust network provided by the rhizome serves as a critical part of its biological architecture.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Sparganium stoloniferum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sparstolonin B, phenol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sparstolonin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Sparganium stoloniferum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sparganium stoloniferum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pain, thromboembolism, thrombosis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thromboembolism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thrombosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |