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Aristolochia yunnanensis

Aristolochia yunnanensis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Aristolochia yunnanensis, is a perennial climbing herb native to the mountainous regions of China. Renowned in traditional medicine, it is utilized for its bioactive compounds to treat inflammation and respiratory ailments. However, caution is essential due to potential nephrotoxicity associated with its chemical constituents.

Family
Aristolochiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Isotrema Yunnanense

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aristolochia yunnanensis

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Aristolochia yunnanensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Piperales. Finally, it is a member of the family Aristolochiaceae and is situated 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 yunnanensis, exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution. It is native to the region of China, specifically concentrated within the South-Central part of the country. Within these South-Central provinces, the species thrives in particular ecological niches that support its growth. This restricted range suggests that its natural habitat is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, understanding its presence in China South-Central is essential for studying its natural occurrence.

Region Area
China China South-Central

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Aristolochia yunnanensis 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 parts reported in Aristolochia yunnanensis
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Phytochemistry

Activities

Aristolochia yunnanensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.

Activities reported in Aristolochia yunnanensis
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Analgesic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Analgesic

  1. Phytochemistry

Preparations

Aristolochia yunnanensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include traditional Chinese medicine.

Preparations reported for Aristolochia yunnanensis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Traditional chinese medicine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Traditional chinese medicine

  1. Chirality