Aristolochia maurorum
Aristolochia maurorum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Aristolochia maurorum, is a perennial climbing herb native to eastern North America. Often called Dutchman's pipe, it features distinctive heart-shaped leaves and unique, pipe-like flowers. While historically used in traditional folk medicine, its use is now strictly cautioned due to potent nephrotoxic and carcinogenic compounds.
- Family
- Aristolochiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Aristolochia Maurorum Var. Aucheri · Aristolochia Aucheri · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Aristolochia maurorumSynonyms
- Aristolochia maurorum var. aucheri
- Aristolochia aucheri
- Aristolochia anatolica
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Piperales, it is classified under the family Aristolochiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Aristolochia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Piperales |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Aristolochia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Aristolochia maurorum, exhibits a specific geographical range across Western Asia. Its presence can be documented within the territories of Lebanon and Syria. Additionally, the species is found extending into the Sinai region. The distribution also encompasses various areas throughout Türkiye. Consequently, these locations define the primary natural habitats for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Sinai |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Aristolochia maurorum is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb, often functioning as a climbing or trailing forb. As a non-woody species, it lacks a permanent, lignified stem structure, instead utilizing flexible, herbaceous stems to navigate its environment.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Reproduction
The reproduction of Aristolochia maurorum is characterized by the production of specific seed metrics that define its reproductive output. The seeds produced by this species exhibit a measurable range of weights, with a calculated mean seed mass of 0.05295 g. Within the population, there is a degree of variability in individual seed size, as evidenced by a minimum seed mass of 0.0413 g and a maximum seed mass reaching 0.0646 g. These quantitative traits provide essential data regarding the energetic investment and dispersal potential inherent in the plant's reproductive cycle.
- Seed mass max:
- 0.0646 g
- Seed mass mean:
- 0.05295 g
- Seed mass min:
- 0.0413 g
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Aristolochia maurorum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aristolochic Acid IIIa, Aristolochic acid I, Aristolochic acid II.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aristolochic Acid IIIa | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aristolochic acid I | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aristolochic acid II | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aristolochic Acid IIIa
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
Aristolochic acid I
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
Aristolochic acid II
- Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences