Angelica edulis
Angelica eduulis, commonly known as a precious medicinal herb, is a remarkable plant celebrated for its diverse therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, it is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, offering significant bioactive compounds. This introduction explores its botanical characteristics, traditional uses, and growing importance in pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Angelica edulis
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, falling into the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Angelica and the specific species name Angelica eduulis.
| 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, Angelica edulis, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In Japanese, it is referred to as アマニュウ, マルバアマニュウ, or マルバエゾニュウ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | アマニュウ | Wikidata |
| ja | マルバアマニュウ | Wikidata |
| ja | マルバエゾニュウ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution across parts of East Asia. Its range is notably found within the Russian Far East, specifically encompassing the Kuril Islands. Additionally, the species extends its presence into the neighboring territories of Japan. These maritime and coastal regions provide the unique environmental conditions necessary for its growth. Consequently, its habitat is primarily concentrated within these specific North Pacific island chains.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Angelica edulis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include edulisin III, edulisin IV, edulisin V, edultin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edulisin III | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edulisin IV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edulisin V | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edultin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |