Bolbostemma paniculatum
Bolbostemma paniculatum, commonly known as the panicle bolbosstemum, is a perennial aquatic herb belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Found in wetlands and marshes, this plant is valued for its unique ecological role and potential medicinal properties, offering intriguing insights into traditional herbal practices within specialized aquatic ecosystems worldwide.
- Scientific name: Bolbostemma paniculatum
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Cucurbitales, it is further categorized under the family Cucurbitaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Bolbosstemma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cucurbitales | WCVP |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bolbostemma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Bolbosstemma paniculatum, is referred to by several common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is known as 假贝母 (zh) or 土贝母 (zh), while specifically in mainland China, it is called 假贝母 (zh-cn), and in Taiwan, it is known as 假貝母 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 假贝母 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 假贝母 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 假貝母 | Wikidata |
| zh | 土贝母 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across various regions within China. Its geographical range extends through the diverse landscapes of China South-Central. Additionally, it can be found growing in the northern territories of Inner Mongolia. The species is also documented to inhabit the areas of China North-Central. Finally, its distribution continues into the lush environments of China Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bolbosstemma paniculatum, possesses distinct morphological features that characterize its structure. It grows from underground tubers, which serve as vital storage organs for nutrients and energy. From these tubers, the plant develops a stem that supports the overall framework and facilitates the transport of water and minerals. The vegetative growth is further defined by its leaves, which are typically arranged to capture sunlight efficiently for photosynthesis, supporting the plant's development and medicinal potency.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tubers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bolbostemma paniculatum has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,4-D, 4-(2-formyl-5-methoxymethylpyrrol-1-yl)butyric acid methyl ester, BA, IAA, IBA.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,4-D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-(2-formyl-5-methoxymethylpyrrol-1-yl)butyric acid methyl ester | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IAA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IBA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NAA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tubeimoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tubeimoside 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Bolbostemma paniculatum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bolbostemma paniculatum has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, carbuncle, inflammation, lung cancer, tumor.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carbuncle | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumors | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| warts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |