Aster koraiensis
Aster koraiensis, commonly known as the Korai aster, is a resilient perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of Turkey. Valued in traditional medicine for its bioactive compounds, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a subject of interest for developing natural healing treatments.
- Scientific name: Aster koraiensis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aster koraiensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales. It is further categorized into the family Asteraceae and the genus Aster.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aster | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Aster koraiensis, is recognized by various regional names depending on the language. In Korean, it is commonly referred to as 벌개미취 (beolgaemichwi).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ko | 벌개미취 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily confined to the regions of Eastern Asia. Within this vast continent, the species is specifically documented to occur in Korea. Because of this narrow distribution, it is considered an endemic element of the local flora. Understanding this localized presence is essential for studying its ecological requirements.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aster koraiensis, is characterized by distinct morphological features that contribute to its medicinal profile. The roots are typically robust and serve as a vital structural foundation, often storing essential nutrients and secondary metabolites. Additionally, the flowers are a prominent feature of the species, displaying the typical composite structure of the Asteraceae family, which attracts pollinators and plays a key role in the plant's reproductive cycle.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aster koraiensis has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-(3',4'-dihydroxycinnamoyl) cyclopentane-2,3-diol, apigenin, benzofurans, flavonoids, sesquiterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-(3',4'-dihydroxycinnamoyl) cyclopentane-2,3-diol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| benzofurans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aster koraiensis has 6 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hepatoprotective, Anticoagulant, Antinociceptive, Antioxidant, Antithrombotic.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatoprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticoagulant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antithrombotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aster koraiensis has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anticoagulant, antioxidant, antiviral.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anticoagulant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |