Angelica biserrata
Angelica biserrata, commonly known as "Kanchu" in traditional medicine, is a perennial herb native to the Himalayan regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it has long been utilized in Ayurvedic practices to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues, digestive disorders, and inflammatory conditions, showcasing its significant therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Angelica biserrata
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Angelica, specifically as the species Angelica biserrata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Angelica | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context, is referred to as 重齿当归 in Chinese (zh), 重齿当归 in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn), and 重齿当归 in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans). It is also specifically identified as 重齿毛当归 in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and is known as 巴东独活 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 重齿当归 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 重齿当归 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 重齿当归 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 重齿毛当归 | Wikidata |
| zh | 巴东独活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 玉活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 川独活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 山大活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 恩施独活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 肉独活 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is noted across the South-Central provinces. It can also be found throughout the Southeast regions of China. Furthermore, the distribution extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, the species is documented to grow within Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Angelica biserrata, is highly valued in traditional medicine for its specific underground structures. The therapeutic properties are primarily concentrated in the root, which is harvested to obtain its various medicinal components. Specifically, practitioners often focus on the root bark and the inner root pith to extract active compounds. For medicinal preparation and storage, the plant is typically processed into dried roots, ensuring that the roots retain their potency for long-term use in various herbal formulations.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 9
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root pith | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial organs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Angelica biserrata has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include columbianadin, coumarins, osthole, 7-hydroxycoumarin, Osthole.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| columbianadin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| osthole | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-hydroxycoumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Osthole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Z-ligustilide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bornyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Angelica biserrata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Neuroprotective, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Angelica biserrata has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include arthritis, inflammation, arthralgia, chronic headaches, headache.
- Total uses
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arthritis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthralgia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic headaches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headaches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| migratory pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuropathic pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |