Adonis tianschanica ex
Adonis tianschanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Adonis tianschanica ex, scientifically known as Adonis tianschanica, is a perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of Central Asia. Renowned for its vibrant yellow blooms, this medicinal plant contains glycosides used in traditional pharmacology to support cardiovascular health, acting as a mild sedative and cardiac stimulant.
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Aerial Parts
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Chrysocyathus Tianshanicus · Adonanthe Tianschanica · 2 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Adonis tianschanica ex
German:
- Adonis tianschanica ex
French:
- Adonis tianschanica ex
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Adonis tianschanicaSynonyms
- Chrysocyathus tianshanicus
- Adonanthe tianschanica
- Adonis vernalis var. pinnatifida
- Adonis turkestanica var. tianschanica
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Adonis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Adonis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the diverse landscapes of Central Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing in the natural habitats of Kazakhstan. Its distribution also extends into the mountainous regions of Kirgizstan. Furthermore, the species is native to the Xinjiang region of China. These three distinct areas define the core geographical range of Adonis tianschanica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Adonis tianschanica, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through the use of its aerial parts. These components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. When harvested, these above-ground structures are typically collected, dried, and processed to prepare various herbal remedies.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aerial Parts | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Adonis tianschanica has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cardiac Glycosides, Coumarins, Flavonoids, Isoquercitrin, kaempferol.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac Glycosides | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoquercitrin | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Adonis tianschanica has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethanolic extracts | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |