Aconitum episcopale
Aconitum episcopale · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Aconium episcopale, is a potent medicinal plant belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Renowned for its complex alkaloids, it is traditionally utilized in various folk medicines for its physiological effects. However, due to its high toxicity, careful handling and precise dosage are essential for medicinal application.
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Aconitum Vilmorianum Var. Altifidum · Aconitum Vilmorinianum Var. Altifidum
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Aconitum episcopaleSynonyms
- Aconitum vilmorianum var. altifidum
- Aconitum vilmorinianum var. altifidum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aconitum episcopale, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is further classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Ranunculales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae and the genus Aconitum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aconitum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Aconitum episcopale, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Its presence is primarily documented within the regional landscapes of China. Specifically, it is found growing in the South-Central part of the country. This concentrated distribution suggests that the species thrives under the particular environmental conditions found in these provinces. Consequently, researchers focusing on this medicinal herb direct much of their attention to these specific Chinese territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aconitum episcopale has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Chasmanine, Crassicauline A, Karacoline, Sachaconitine, Talatisamine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Chasmanine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Crassicauline A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Karacoline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sachaconitine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Talatisamine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Yunaconitine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chasmanine
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Crassicauline A
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Karacoline
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Sachaconitine
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Talatisamine
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Yunaconitine
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Activities
Aconitum episcopale has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antialcoholic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antialcoholic | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aconitum episcopale has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include opium.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| opium | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |