Asparagus curillus
Asparagus curillus, commonly known as Asparagus racemosus or Shatavari, is a premier medicinal herb in Ayurveda. Renowned as a powerful rejuvenator and adaptogen, it is primarily celebrated for its female reproductive health benefits. This perennial plant offers profound support for hormonal balance, lactation, and overall vitality and wellness.
- Scientific name: Asparagus curillus
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Asparagus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Asparagus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Asparagus cruellatus, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Cruel Asparagus, while in Spanish, it is commonly called Espárrago cruel. In Portuguese, the plant is known as Aspargo cruel, and in French, it is identified as Asparage cruel.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Asparagus racemosus (often referred to as Asparagus curillus), maintains a specific presence across the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural habitat primarily includes various regions throughout India. Additionally, the species can be found growing within the borders of Nepal. It is also notably distributed across the West Himalaya mountain range. These specific locations define the core geographical range where the plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Asparagus cruentus (often referred to in similar contexts as Asparagus curillus), is characterized by its unique foliage. Rather than having traditional broad blades, the plant features modified stems known as cladodes, which function as its leaves. These needle-like, photosynthetic structures are slender and green, providing the plant with a feathery appearance while performing the essential task of capturing sunlight to support its growth.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Asparagus curillus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include curillin G, curillin H, curilloside G, curilloside H.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| curillin G | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curillin H | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curilloside G | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curilloside H | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |