Spatter-Dock
Nuphar advena
Nuphar advena, commonly known as water shield or duck potato, is a plant traditionally found in freshwater habitats. There are no specific traditional uses recorded for this species across various cultures. Scientific studies have focused on its genetic structure; one study characterized the complete chloroplast genome of Nuphar advena, finding it consistent with other angiosperms in terms of structure and gene content. Another study compared pollen tube growth rates between Nuphar advena and Nymphaea odorata, noting similar growth patterns but differences in wall material efficiency. The research also explored the homo- and heterodimerization of DEF- and GLO-like proteins in early-diverging angiosperms like Nuphar advena, indicating potential evolutionary insights. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Nuphar advena encodes two mitochondrial and one plastid phage-type RNA polymerase.
- Nuphar advena had similar pollen tube growth rates to Nymphaea odorata but used wall material more efficiently.
- The study found that both homo- and heterodimerization of DEF- and GLO-like proteins existed in early-diverging angiosperms like Nuphar advena.
- The study characterized the complete chloroplast genome of *Euryale ferox*, revealing its structure and genetic relationships within the Nymphaeaceae family.
Frequently asked questions
What is Spatter-Dock?
Spatter-Dock (Nuphar advena) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Spatter-Dock?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Spatter-Dock; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Nuphar advena encodes two mitochondrial and one plastid phage-type RNA polymerase.
How strong is the evidence for Spatter-Dock?
The strongest finding for Spatter-Dock carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Spatter-Dock safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Spatter-Dock in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Spatter-Dock interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Spatter-Dock in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Spatter-Dock?
Spatter-Dock is also known as: nénufar à feuilles émergentes.
Is Spatter-Dock a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Evolution of plant phage-type RNA polymerases: the genome of the basal angiosperm Nuphar advena encodes two mitochondrial and one plastid phage-type RNA polymerases. literature abstract metadata
- T2 DEF- and GLO-like proteins may have lost most of their interaction partners during angiosperm evolution. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Economy, efficiency, and the evolution of pollen tube growth rates. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Characterization the complete chloroplast genome of Euryale ferox (Nymphaeaceae), an medicinal plant species in China. literature abstract metadata