Angelica decursiva
Angelica decursiva, commonly known as Dang Gui in traditional medicine, is a perennial herb native to East Asia. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to support blood circulation, regulate hormonal balance, and alleviate menstrual discomfort. This potent botanical serves as a cornerstone in many traditional healing practices.
- Scientific name: Angelica decursiva
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Angelica.
| 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 scientifically as Angelica decursiva, is recognized by several different common names depending on the region and language. In Japan, it is referred to as ノダケ (nodake), while in Korea, it is commonly called 바디나물 (badinamul). In Chinese-speaking regions, it is identified as 紫花前胡, a name that is used consistently across traditional Chinese (zh), Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), and Mainland Chinese (zh-cn) linguistic contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | ノダケ | Wikidata |
| ko | 바디나물 | Wikidata |
| zh | 紫花前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 紫花前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 紫花前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白芷叶 | Wikidata |
| zh | 前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 土当归 | Wikidata |
| zh | 独活 | Wikidata |
| zh | 野当归 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, it can be found specifically within the Primorye region. Its presence extends significantly into China, covering various diverse territories. Specifically, it is documented in China South-Central, Inner Mongolia, and Manchuria. Furthermore, the species is also distributed throughout China North-Central.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Angelica decursiva, is highly valued in traditional medicine, primarily for its therapeutic properties found within its underground structures. The most significant medicinal component is the roots, which are harvested and processed to extract active compounds. Whether used in its fresh state or as a dry root, this part of the plant serves as the foundation for many herbal preparations. Specifically, the quality of the root is essential for its efficacy, as the concentration of medicinal constituents often depends on the maturity and careful drying of the botanical material.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dry root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Angelica decursiva has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 14 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include nodakenetin, umbelliferone, bergapten, bergaptol, columbianadin.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 14
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| nodakenetin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| umbelliferone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bergapten | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bergaptol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| columbianadin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| imperatorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nodakenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Angelica decursiva has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antitussive, Expectorant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitussive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Expectorant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Angelica decursiva has 8 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer disease, asthma, bronchitis, cough, coughs.
- Total uses
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coughs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fevers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| upper respiratory tract infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |