Thelypteris nipponica
Thelypteris nipponica, commonly known as the Japanese marsh fern, is a resilient pteridophyte native to East Asian wetlands. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this plant possesses unique bioactive properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its potential medicinal applications, focusing on its phytochemical profile and its ability to offer diverse therapeutic benefits.
- Scientific name: Thelypteris nipponica
- Family: Aspleniaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, it is situated in the family Aspleniaceae. Its specific taxonomic identification is completed by its placement in the genus Thelypteris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Polypodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Aspleniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Thelypteris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Thelypteris nipponica, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as nippon-warabi, while in English, it is frequently called the Japanese marsh fern.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Thelypteris nipponica, exhibits a specific distribution pattern within the Russian Far East. It can be found growing in the Amur region, where it occupies suitable local habitats. The species also extends its range into the Kamchatka Peninsula, showcasing its ability to thrive in diverse northern environments. Furthermore, its presence is documented across the Khabarovsk and Primorye territories. Finally, the plant reaches the Kuril Islands, completing its documented geographical spread in this coastal area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kamchatka | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Activities
Thelypteris nipponica has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Free-Radical Scavenging, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |