Aconitum taipeicum
Aconitum taipeiacum, commonly known as the Taipei monkshood, is a striking perennial herb native to high-altitude regions. While prized for its ornamental beauty and unique floral structure, it contains potent alkaloids. In traditional practices, it is studied for medicinal potential, though extreme caution is required due to its toxicity.
- Scientific name: Aconitum taipeicum
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aconitum taipeicum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Aconitum taipeicum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 太白乌头 (zh) and 太白乌头 (zh-cn), while in Taiwan, the traditional character form 太白烏頭 (zh-tw) is used. Additionally, it is also commonly known as 金牛七 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 太白乌头 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 太白乌头 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 太白烏頭 | Wikidata |
| zh | 金牛七 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Aconitum taipeicum, exhibits a specific range within the diverse landscapes of China. Its presence is primarily documented across the North-Central regions of the country. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the China Southeast territories. This distribution pattern highlights its ability to inhabit various climatic zones across the mainland. Consequently, these specific regions define the known natural habitat for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aconitum taipeiucum, exhibits distinct morphological characteristics across its various structures. The stem is typically erect and sturdy, providing the necessary support for the plant's upward growth within its habitat. The leaves are deeply lobed or divided, often presenting a complex shape that is characteristic of the genus. Most notably, the plant produces striking flowers that emerge from the stem, which serve as a key identifying feature for this medicinal species.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aconitum taipeicum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol, Nonacosane, Stigmast-4-en-3-one, n-Hexadecanoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Nonacosane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stigmast-4-en-3-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-Hexadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |