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Anemarrhena

Anemarrhena · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Anemarrhena, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, this botanical treasure offers significant potential in traditional healing practices. Exploring its chemical composition reveals fascinating insights into its ability to support wellness and holistic health treatments.

Family
Not available
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Rhizome · Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Anemarrhena

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad and varied distribution across several distinct regions of China. Within the country, it can be found growing in the areas of China South-Central and China Southeast. Its range also extends into the northern territories, specifically within Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the regions of China North-Central. Collectively, these locations highlight the diverse geographical presence of Anemarrhena throughout the Chinese landscape.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China Inner Mongolia
China Manchuria
China China North-Central
China China Southeast
Mongolia Mongolia
Eastern Asia Korea
Eastern Asia Taiwan

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Anemarrhena has 2 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome, root.

Plant parts reported in Anemarrhena
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Rhizome 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Rhizome

  1. Congenital anomalies
  2. Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.)

Root

  1. Phytotherapy research : PTR

Conditions

Anemarrhena has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cleft palate, miscarriage, stillbirth.

Conditions investigated for Anemarrhena
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Cleft palate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Miscarriage 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Stillbirth 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cleft palate

  1. Congenital anomalies

Miscarriage

  1. Congenital anomalies

Stillbirth

  1. Congenital anomalies

Preparations

Anemarrhena has 2 reported preparations identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hot aqueous extracts, water extract.

Preparations reported for Anemarrhena
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Hot aqueous extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Water extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Hot aqueous extracts

  1. Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin

Water extract

  1. Phytotherapy research : PTR