Bupleurum marginatum
Bupleurum marginatum, commonly known as marginate bupleurum, is a resilient perennial herb native to Mediterranean landscapes. Valued in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties, this plant contains essential bioactive compounds. It is primarily studied for its anti-inflammatory and adaptogenic potential, offering unique botanical benefits for holistic wellness approaches.
- Scientific name: Bupleurum marginatum
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Bupleurum, specifically as the species Bupleurum marginatum.
| 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 marginatum, is known by several common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese (zh), it is referred to as both 竹叶柴胡 and 柴胡. Specifically, in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn and zh-hans), the name is written as 竹叶柴胡, while in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw), it is recorded as 竹葉柴胡.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 竹叶柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 竹叶柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 竹葉柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 竹叶柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 竹叶防风 | Wikidata |
| zh | 紫柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 膜缘柴胡 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In Western Asia, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Afghanistan. Within China, it can be found spanning across both the South-Central and North-Central territories. The species also extends into the high-altitude regions of Qinghai. Finally, its range includes the expansive plateau of Tibet.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bupleurum marginatum, is characterized by its distinct aerial structures that grow above the soil surface. The aerial portions of the species include its slender, branched stems and its deeply divided, pinnate leaves, which are essential for photosynthesis and the plant's overall vitality. Furthermore, the aerial parts culminate in complex umbels, which are the flowering structures responsible for reproduction and the production of seeds.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bupleurum marginatum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, saikosaponin d, saikosaponins.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saikosaponin d | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saikosaponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Bupleurum marginatum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antipyretic, Cholagogue.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cholagogue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bupleurum marginatum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cholecystitis, depression, pharyngitis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cholecystitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| depression | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pharyngitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |