Biebersteinia multifida
Biebersteinia multifida, commonly known as the split-leaf Biebersteinia, is a rare medicinal herb native to specific regions of Asia. Valued in traditional practices, it possesses unique phytochemical properties. Researchers are currently exploring its potential therapeutic applications, particularly for its bioactive compounds and their roles in supporting overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Biebersteinia multifida
- Family: Biebersteiniaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Biebersteiniaceae, situated within the genus Biebersteinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Biebersteiniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Biebersteinia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Biebersteinia multifida, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is identified as 多裂熏倒牛, a name used consistently across different dialects including zh-cn and zh-tw. In Armenian, it is called Բիբերշտեյնիա բազմաբաժան, while in Azerbaijani, it is known as Çoxbölümlü biberşteyniya.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 多裂熏倒牛 | Wikidata |
| hy | Բիբերշտեյնիա բազմաբաժան | Wikidata |
| az | Çoxbölümlü biberşteyniya | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 多裂熏倒牛 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 多裂熏倒牛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 多裂薰倒牛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 多裂熏倒牛 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct geographical distribution that spans across several regions of Eurasia. In Eastern Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of East European Russia. Its presence extends significantly into Central Asia, where it inhabits the landscape of Kazakhstan. Furthermore, the species is widely distributed throughout the mountainous and steppe regions of Kirgizstan and Turkmenistan. Finally, its range is completed by its occurrence within the borders of Tadzhikistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Biebersteinia multifida, is characterized by several distinct morphological features used in its medicinal application. The most significant part is the roots, which are often harvested for their therapeutic properties. Specifically, the thickened root serves as a primary storage organ for the plant's bioactive compounds. The vegetative structure also includes a deeply lobed leaf that helps in photosynthesis and identification. When studying the root and leaf together, one can observe the complete growth habit of the species, though the medicinal focus remains primarily on the subterranean root.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root and leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Biebersteinia multifida has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-furancarboxaldehyde, citraconic anhydride, ferulic acid, flavonoids, phenols.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-furancarboxaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| citraconic anhydride | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| umbelliferone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vasicinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Biebersteinia multifida has 6 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Anticancer, Antihemolytic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihemolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Biebersteinia multifida has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiety disorders, phobias, ulcers.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiety disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phobias | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |