Bupleurum kaoi
Bupleurum kaoi, commonly known as Korean Bupleurum, is a highly valued medicinal herb in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective properties, it is frequently utilized to support liver health and regulate physiological functions. This aromatic perennial remains a vital component in various herbal formulations.
- Scientific name: Bupleurum kaoi
- Family: Apiaceae
- 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 Apiales, it is specifically situated in the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Bupleurum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bupleurum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Bupleurum kaoi, is known by several common names depending on the linguistic context and region. In mainland China, it is referred to by the names 高氏柴胡 (zh), 高氏柴胡 (zh-cn), and 台湾柴胡 (zh), while in Taiwan, it is commonly called 高氏柴胡 (zh-tw) or 臺灣柴胡 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 高氏柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 高氏柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 高氏柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 臺灣柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 台湾柴胡 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant possesses a very limited and specific geographical range. Its natural occurrence is concentrated entirely within the region of Eastern Asia. Specifically, the species is found growing natively on the island of Taiwan. Because it is restricted to this single location, it is considered an endemic species to the area. Consequently, its wild populations are localized to the unique habitats provided by the Taiwanese landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bupleurum kaoi has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include saikosaponin, saikosaponin-a, saikosaponin-c, saikosaponin-d.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| saikosaponin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saikosaponin-a | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saikosaponin-c | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saikosaponin-d | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bupleurum kaoi has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include melanoma.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| melanoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |