Bergenia stracheyi
Bergenia stracheyi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Bergenia stracheyi, scientifically known as Bergenia stracheyi, is a resilient perennial herb native to the high-altitude regions of East Africa. Renowned for its thick, leathery leaves, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues, inflammation, and digestive discomfort through its bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Extract · Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Saxifraga Stracheyi Var. Alba · Saxifraga Stracheyi Var. Milesii · 7 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Himalaja-Bergenie
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Bergenia stracheyiSynonyms
- Saxifraga stracheyi var. alba
- Saxifraga stracheyi var. milesii
- Saxifraga stracheyi albiflora-pubescens
- Saxifraga stracheyi var. dubia
- Saxifraga stracheyi
- Saxifraga milesii
- Bergenia milesii
- Bergenia gorbunowii
- Bergenia stracheyi var. alba
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 falls under the order Saxifrages and is a member of the family Saxifragaceae. Specifically, Bergenia stracheyi is identified by its genus, Bergenia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Saxifragaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bergenia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. In Central Asia, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Tajikistan. Moving into Western Asia, the species can be found growing in the rugged terrains of Afghanistan. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the plant is distributed across both Nepal and Pakistan. Finally, its range extends to the high altitudes of Tibet in China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bergenia stracheyi, is highly valued in traditional medicine, particularly for the therapeutic properties found within its underground structures. The most significant part used for healing is the root, which is often collected and processed to obtain a potent medicinal extract. This concentrated liquid is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from gastrointestinal issues to inflammatory conditions, making the root the primary source of the plant's bioactive compounds.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| extract | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bergenia stracheyi has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Phenols, Tannins.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bergenia stracheyi has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus cereus, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella typhi, Staphylococcus aureus.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salmonella typhi | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus haemolyticus | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bleeding | Ceska a Slovenska farmacie : casopis Ceske farmaceuticke spolecnosti a Slovenske farmaceuticke spolecnosti (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | Ceska a Slovenska farmacie : casopis Ceske farmaceuticke spolecnosti a Slovenske farmaceuticke spolecnosti (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretic | PloS one (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| immunity | Ceska a Slovenska farmacie : casopis Ceske farmaceuticke spolecnosti a Slovenske farmaceuticke spolecnosti (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bergenia stracheyi extract-loaded hybrid hydrogels | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous root extracts | Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |