Begonia grandis subsp. sinensis
Begonia grandis subsp. sinensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Begonia grandis subsp. sinensis, is a prized medicinal plant celebrated in traditional herbal practices. Renowned for its unique morphological features, this subspecies is widely utilized for its potential therapeutic properties, offering valuable insights into natural pharmacology and providing diverse applications in holistic wellness and healing.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Begonia grandis subsp. sinensisDistribution
This plant is a specific subspecies of Begonia that displays a distinct distribution pattern across the nation of China. Its presence is primarily recorded within the diverse ecosystems of China South-Central. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the regions of China North-Central. The geographical range also encompasses the lush environments located in China Southeast. Together, these three specific areas define the natural habitat for Begonia grandios subsp. sinensis.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Begonia grandis subsp. sinensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Preparations
Begonia grandis subsp. sinensis has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include powder, rhizome.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Powder | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Powder
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Rhizome
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials