Artabotrys hainanensis
Artabotrys hainanenensis, commonly known as a rare climber from the Annonaceae family, holds significant botanical interest. Endemic to specific tropical regions, this plant is studied for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers explore its potential medicinal applications, seeking to uncover bioactive compounds that may offer therapeutic benefits in traditional medicine.
- Scientific name: Artabotrys hainanensis
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Artabotrys hainanenensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Magnoliales. It is a member of the family Annonaceae and is specifically categorized under the genus Artabotrys.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Artabotrys | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Artabotrys hainanensis, is referred to by several common names depending on the regional linguistic convention. In Chinese, it is commonly known as 狭瓣鹰爪花 (zh), 狹瓣鷹爪花 (zh-tw), or specifically 狭瓣鹰爪花 (zh-hans and zh-cn). Additionally, it is also identified by the name 海南鹰爪花 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 狭瓣鹰爪花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 狭瓣鹰爪花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 狭瓣鹰爪花 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 狹瓣鷹爪花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 海南鹰爪花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution primarily centered within East Asia. It is known to grow in the tropical environments found in Hainan, China. Additionally, its presence extends to the broader region of China Southeast. These localized habitats define the natural range where the species can be discovered. Consequently, its occurrence is closely tied to these specific Chinese territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Artabotrys hainanenensis, is a woody climber characterized by its specialized structural features. The stem serves as the primary support system, allowing the plant to ascend through surrounding vegetation using twining mechanisms. This stem is essential for transporting nutrients and water throughout the climbing vine, ensuring it can reach the light necessary for its growth and flowering.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Artabotrys hainanensis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include N-demethylarmepavine, artabotrine, isococlaurine, juzirine, liridine.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| N-demethylarmepavine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| artabotrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isococlaurine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| juzirine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liridine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spinosine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |