Biebersteinia
Biebersteinia, commonly known as the Biebersteinia plant, belongs to the Convolvulaceae family. Found primarily in subtropical regions, this medicinal herb is valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Researchers study its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications, particularly in traditional remedies aimed at addressing various inflammatory and physiological conditions.
- Scientific name: Biebersteinia
- Family: Biebersteiniaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Biebersteiniaceae and is specifically categorized 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, belonging to the genus Biebersteinia, is known by various names depending on the language and region. In Indonesia and Vietnam, it is referred to as Biebersteiniaceae, while in Greece, it is commonly called Μπιμπερστάινια. In South Korea, the genus is identified as 비에베르스테이니아속, and in China, it is known as 熏倒牛属.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| id | Biebersteiniaceae | Wikidata |
| vi | Biebersteiniaceae | Wikidata |
| el | Μπιμπερστάινια | Wikidata |
| ko | 비에베르스테이니아속 | Wikidata |
| zh | 熏倒牛属 | Wikidata |
| ru | Биберштейния | Wikidata |
| nb | Biebersteiniaceae | Wikidata |
| kk | Салалы қоқтын | Wikidata |
| ar | بلخش | Wikidata |
| hr | Biebersteiniaceae | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range that spans across several distinct regions. In Southeastern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Greece. Moving into Eastern Europe, it is found throughout East European Russia. The species also thrives in the Siberian regions of both Altai and Tuva. Finally, its distribution extends into Central Asia, specifically within Kazakhstan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
Activities
Biebersteinia has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antihypertensive, Antioxidant, Hypoglycemic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Biebersteinia has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bacteria, hypertension, hypoglycemia, inflammation, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |