Angelica tenuisecta furcijuga
Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Angelica tenuisecta furcijuga, scientifically known as Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga, is a rare botanical variety valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, this medicinal plant is prized in traditional herbalism for its potent bioactive compounds, offering potential benefits for digestive health and systemic wellness.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Angelica Furcijuga
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijugaSynonyms
- Angelica furcijuga
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae and the genus Angelica. As a specific variety, Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga represents a distinct taxonomic grouping within this lineage.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Angelica |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a very restricted and specific geographical range. It is native to the region of Eastern Asia. Within this vast area, its presence is specifically documented in Japan. Due to this limited distribution, it is considered an endemic species to that territory. Consequently, its natural habitat is confined to the unique environmental conditions found there.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga 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 root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Chemicals
Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Falcarinol, Anomalin, Falcarindiol, Isoepoxypteryxin, Isopteryxin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Falcarinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anomalin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Falcarindiol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoepoxypteryxin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isopteryxin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Praeroside II | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pteryxin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Suksdorfin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(-)-Falcarinol
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Anomalin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Falcarindiol
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Isoepoxypteryxin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Isopteryxin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Praeroside II
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Pteryxin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Suksdorfin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
coumarin
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Activities
Angelica tenuisecta var. furcijuga has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hepatoprotective.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatoprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hepatoprotective
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters