Aristolochia tuberosa
Aristolochia tuberosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Aristolochia tuberosa, is a perennial climbing herb native to tropical regions. Often utilized in traditional medicine, this plant is characterized by its distinctive heart-shaped leaves and tubular flowers. While historically valued for various therapeutic properties, modern science cautions against its use due to potential toxicity.
- Family
- Aristolochiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Aristolochia Cinnabarina
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Aristolochia tuberosaSynonyms
- Aristolochia cinnabarina
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Piperales and the family Aristolochiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic classification places it within 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 |
Distribution
This plant, known as Aristolochia tuberosa, exhibits a specific distribution across several Asian regions. It can be found growing within the South-Central parts of China. Additionally, its range extends into the Southeast regions of China. The species is also documented throughout the Indo-China territory. Specifically, its presence is noted within the country of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aristolochia tuberosa, utilizes various components for its traditional medicinal applications, particularly focusing on the structural elements of its growth. The young stems serve as vital parts of the climbing vine's architecture, providing the necessary support and flexibility as the plant ascends through its environment. Additionally, the fresh roots are highly significant, as they contain the concentrated bioactive compounds sought after in various folk remedies.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Hua xi yi ke da xue xue bao = Journal of West China University of Medical Sciences = Huaxi yike daxue xuebao (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aristolochia tuberosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aristolochic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aristolochic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aristolochic acid
- Hua xi yi ke da xue xue bao = Journal of West China University of Medical Sciences = Huaxi yike daxue xuebao
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| callus | Hua xi yi ke da xue xue bao = Journal of West China University of Medical Sciences = Huaxi yike daxue xuebao (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanolic extracts of fresh roots | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| young stems | Hua xi yi ke da xue xue bao = Journal of West China University of Medical Sciences = Huaxi yike daxue xuebao (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |