Artabotrys hainanensis
Artabotrys hainanensis · Accepted scientific name
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Artabotrys hainanensis is a unique botanical species characterized by its distinct chemical composition. The plant's stem and leaf serve as the primary parts used for study and analysis. Within these structures, researchers have identified several important alkaloids, including Artabotrine and Juzirine. Furthermore, the species contains significant secondary metabolites such as Liridine and N-demethylarmepavine. Understanding these components is essential for exploring the plant's potential biological properties.
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- Common names
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- Family
- Annonaceae
- Distribution
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- Plant Parts
- Leaf · Stem
Classification
Common Names
Artabotrys hainanensis is a unique plant species known by several distinct common names. In certain regions, it is frequently referred to as 海南鹰爪花. It is also identified by the name 狭瓣鹰爪 among local botanists. Furthermore, the plant is commonly called 狭瓣鹰爪花 to describe its specific characteristics. Understanding these various names helps enthusiasts identify this particular species more easily.
Sources: Catalogue of Life (COL)
Taxonomy
Artabotrys hainanensis is a distinctive botanical species belonging to the kingdom Plantae. Within this vast kingdom, it is classified under the class Equisetopsida. The plant further falls into the order Magnoliales, reflecting its evolutionary lineage. It is specifically identified by its membership in the genus Artabotrys. Finally, this climbing plant is a recognized member of the Annonaceae family.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Annonaceae |
| Genus | Artabotrys |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
Geographic Regions
Artabotrys hainanensis is a specialized plant species with a distinct geographic footprint. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated within the Asia-Temperate region. More specifically, this species can be found throughout various parts of China, including the Southeast territories. Notably, it also maintains a presence on the tropical island of Hainan. Understanding these specific locations helps researchers better track the ecological niche of this unique plant.
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Identification
Morphology
Artabotrys hainanensis grows in a distinctive shrub form. This plant is naturally self-supporting, allowing it to maintain its structure within its habitat.
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Biological Activities
Compounds
Artabotrys hainanensis has been identified as a significant source of various bioactive alkaloids found within its stem. Detailed chemical investigations revealed that the plant contains artabotrine, which was isolated for the first time from this species. Additionally, researchers successfully identified the presence of juzirine and liridine within the plant's chemical profile. The study also confirmed that Artabotrys hainanensis contains N-demethylarmepavine and spinosine. These findings represent a major advancement in understanding the complex alkaloid composition of the Artabotrys genus.
Conditions
Preparations
Parts used
Artabotrys hainanensis serves as a significant source of unique chemical compounds for pharmacological research. Recent studies have successfully isolated several polyoxygenated cyclohexene derivatives from the various parts of this plant. Specifically, researchers extracted these valuable bioactive substances from both the stems and the leaves. The newly identified artahainanol A and its analogues demonstrate promising potential in medical science. Ultimately, these compounds exhibit significant inhibitory effects against several different human cancer cell lines.