Aster tataricus
Tatarinow's aster
Aster tataricus, commonly known as the Tatar Aster, is a resilient perennial prized in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its vibrant blooms, this plant offers therapeutic potential through its bioactive compounds. It is frequently studied for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, serving as a valuable resource in natural healing.
- Scientific name: Aster tataricus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. Finally, it is categorized under 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, Aster tatricus, is known by several common names across different Chinese linguistic regions, all of which are consistent. In Simplified Chinese (zh-hans, zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-hant, zh-hk), as well as in Singapore (zh-sg), it is referred to as 紫菀.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| ja | シオン | Wikidata |
| az | Tatar astrası | Wikidata |
| zh | 紫菀 | Wikidata |
| ar | نجم تتاري | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Eurasia. In Middle Europe, its presence is specifically noted within Germany. Moving eastward, it is widely distributed across various parts of Siberia, including Buryatiya, Chita, and Irkutsk. Additionally, the species can be found in the Russian Far East, specifically in the Amur region. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in varied continental climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aster tatricus, is characterized by a robust underground structure that is essential for its survival and medicinal properties. The primary storage organs consist of thick, creeping rhizomes, which allow the plant to spread horizontally through the soil. Within this network, each individual rhizome serves as a vital source of nutrients, while the interconnected rhizoma system ensures stability and regrowth. Deep within the substrate, the roots extend to anchor the plant and absorb moisture, while the singular main root system provides the necessary foundation for its perennial growth cycle.- Total parts
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 9
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radix | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| astins family | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aster tataricus has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 25 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include astin C, emodin, flavonoids, quercetin, terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 20
- Scientific sources
- 25
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| astin C | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| emodin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Astin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| E-caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| E-ferulic acid hexacosyl ester | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| astin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aurantiamide acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aster tataricus has 8 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, cough, Clonorchis sinensis, autoimmune disease, cancer.
- Total uses
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Clonorchis sinensis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| autoimmune disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| innate inflammatory responses | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |