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Bupleurum parvifolium

Bupleurum parvifolium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Bupleurum parvifolium, is a vital medicinal herb deeply rooted in traditional Eastern practices. Renowned for its ability to soothe the liver and dispel wind-heat, it is frequently used to treat inflammation, fever, and emotional stagnation, offering potent therapeutic benefits for holistic wellness and balance.

Family
Apiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Bupleurum Smithii Var. Flaviflorum · Bupleurum Commelynoideum Var. Flaviflorum · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Bupleurum parvifolium

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Bupleurum and the specific species Bupleurum parvifolium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Apiales
Family Apiaceae
Genus Bupleurum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across various regions of China. It is commonly found throughout the South-Central areas of the country. Additionally, its presence extends to the northern landscapes of Inner Mongolia. The species can also be identified in the North-Central provinces of China. Finally, its habitat includes the high-altitude terrains of both Qinghai and Tibet.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China Inner Mongolia
China China North-Central
China Qinghai
China Tibet

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Bupleurum parvifolium has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Bupleurum parvifolium
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
  2. Phytochemistry

Chemicals

Bupleurum parvifolium has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Kaerophyllin, Prosaikogenin A, Saikogenin F, Saikogenin G, Saikosaponin A.

Chemicals reported in Bupleurum parvifolium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Kaerophyllin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Prosaikogenin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikogenin F 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikogenin G 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikosaponin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikosaponin B2 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikosaponin D 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saikosaponin O 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
saikosaponin B4 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Kaerophyllin

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Prosaikogenin A

  1. Phytochemistry

Saikogenin F

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Saikogenin G

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Saikosaponin A

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Saikosaponin B2

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Saikosaponin D

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Saikosaponin O

  1. Phytochemistry

saikosaponin B4

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Preparations

Bupleurum parvifolium has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Preparations reported for Bupleurum parvifolium
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Roots 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Roots

  1. Phytochemistry