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Altai Heteropappus

Aster altaicus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Altai Heteropappuus, scientifically known as Aster altaicus, is a resilient perennial herb native to the Altai Mountains. Renowned in traditional ethnobotany, this plant possesses unique bioactive properties. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, offering promising insights into natural pharmacology and the biodiversity of Central Asian ecosystems.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Altai Heteropappus · Danyang Aster
Scientific synonyms
Heteropappus Altaicus · Kalimeris Altaica

Names

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aster altaicus

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is specifically positioned in the family Asteraceae. It is further identified by the genus Aster, with the specific species name being altaicus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Asterales WCVP
Family Asteraceae WCVP
Genus Aster WCVP

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within the vast territory of Siberia. Its presence is notably documented in the Altai region, where specific environmental conditions support its growth. Additionally, it can be found throughout the Republic of Buryatia and the area surrounding Chita. The species also extends its range into the Irkutsk region, highlighting its adaptability to various Siberian landscapes. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the Krasnoyarsk region, completing its broad distribution across central and eastern Siberia.

Region Area Source
Siberia Altay WCVP
Siberia Buryatiya WCVP
Siberia Chita WCVP
Siberia Irkutsk WCVP
Siberia Krasnoyarsk WCVP
Siberia Tuva WCVP
Siberia West Siberia WCVP
Central Asia Kazakhstan WCVP
Central Asia Kirgizstan WCVP
Central Asia Turkmenistan WCVP

Chemicals

Aster altaicus has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATALASE, Echinocystic acid, Flavonoids, Peroxidase, Saponins.

Chemicals reported in Aster altaicus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
CATALASE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Echinocystic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Peroxidase 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saponins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Superoxide dismutase 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Trypsin inhibitor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

CATALASE

  1. Scientific reports

Echinocystic acid

  1. Die Pharmazie

Flavonoids

  1. Scientific reports

Peroxidase

  1. Scientific reports

Saponins

  1. Die Pharmazie

Superoxide dismutase

  1. Scientific reports

Tannins

  1. Scientific reports

Trypsin inhibitor

  1. Scientific reports