Amblynotus rupestris

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Amblynotus obovatus
• Eritrichium obovatum
• Eritrichium rupestre
• Eritrichium dauuricum
• Amblynotus davuricus
• Eritrichium rupestre var. latifolium
• Myosotis rupestris
• Amblynotus chinganicus
• Myosotis davurica
• Myosotis obovata
• Krynitzkia obovata
• Anchusa pauciflora
• Anchusa rupestris

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Amblynotus rupestris, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its placement in the genus Amblynotus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the vast regions of Siberia. It can be found growing in the Altay mountain region. Additionally, its habitat extends into the territory of Buryatiya. The species is also documented across the Chitа area. Finally, its presence is noted in both the Irkutsk and Krasnoyarsk regions.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Amblynotus rupestris is characterized by its specialized adaptation to rugged and open landscapes, where it thrives primarily in mountainous regions. This species is frequently found inhabiting steppe environments and stony places, suggesting a high tolerance for rocky substrates and potentially well-drained, mineral-rich soils. By occupying these niches, the plant navigates terrain defined by varying elevations and exposure to environmental elements typical of high-altitude or semi-arid lithic habitats.

Habitat :

mountains, steppe, stony places

Life history

The life history of Amblynotus rupestris is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist in its environment over multiple growing seasons. Unlike annuals that complete their life cycle in a single year or biennials that require two, this species maintains a long-term presence, contributing to the stability of its specific ecological niche. This perennial nature enables the plant to undergo repeated cycles of vegetative growth and reproductive efforts, adapting its physiological processes to survive seasonal shifts and environmental fluctuations throughout its extended lifespan.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Amblynotus rupestris is characterized by a diminutive growth form, classified as a non-woody herb. It typically maintains a low profile, with a plant height ranging from a minimum of 0.05 m to a maximum of 0.2 m. In terms of its ecological habitat and moisture preference, the species exhibits a terrestrial nature, though it can exist within the spectrum of aquatic and semiaquatic environments. Furthermore, the plant functions as an independent organism, showing no parasitic tendencies.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

0.2 m

Plant height min:

0.05 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Amblynotus rupestris is characterized by its sexual reproductive mode, as the species is bisexual, possessing both male and female reproductive organs within the same flower. The flowering period for this plant is relatively concentrated, typically beginning in June and concluding in July, although the timing can be variable depending on environmental conditions.

Flowering time :

Jun

Flowering time :

Jul

Reproduction sexual :

bisexual

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Amblynotus rupestris has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Leaf

1. Biomedical chromatography : BMC

Chemicals

Amblynotus rupestris has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Rupestrin A, Rupestrin B, Rupestrin C.

Rupestrin A

1. Journal of natural products

Rupestrin B

1. Journal of natural products

Rupestrin C

1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Amblynotus rupestris has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Carcinogenic, Hepatotoxic.

Carcinogenic

1. Biomedical chromatography : BMC

Hepatotoxic

1. Biomedical chromatography : BMC

Preparations