Aristolochia mollissima
Aristolochia mollissima, commonly known as soft-leaved aristolochia, is a distinctive climbing plant native to tropical regions. Historically utilized in traditional medicine for its diverse pharmacological properties, it contains potent alkaloids. However, modern science warns of its nephrotoxicity, emphasizing the need for cautious study regarding its medicinal applications.
- Scientific name: Aristolochia mollissima
- Family: Aristolochiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Piperales, it is a member of the family Aristolochiaceae. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Aristolochia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Piperales | WCVP |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aristolochia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Aristolochia mollisima, is known by several common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to by the name 寻骨风 (zh), which is specifically written as 寻骨风 in Mainland China (zh-cn) and simplified Chinese (zh-hans), or as 尋骨風 in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw). Additionally, it is also known by the name 烟袋锅 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 寻骨风 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 寻骨风 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 尋骨風 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 寻骨风 | Wikidata |
| zh | 烟袋锅 | Wikidata |
| zh | 毛香 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白毛藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 绵毛马兜铃 | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄才香 | Wikidata |
| zh | 穿地筋 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions within China. It can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of China South-Central. Additionally, its presence extends into the areas categorized as China North-Central. The species is also widely documented throughout China Southeast. Together, these regions define the primary geographical range for Aristolochia mollissima.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aristolochia mollisima, possesses distinct morphological features within its vegetative structure. The stems are typically herbaceous and climbing in nature, providing the necessary support for the vine to traverse through surrounding vegetation. Below the ground surface, the roots serve as the primary anchoring system, absorbing essential nutrients and water from the soil to sustain the plant's growth and medicinal properties.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aristolochia mollissima has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aristolochic acid A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aristolochic acid A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |