Bupleurum rockii
Bupleurum rockii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Bupleurum rockii, is a prominent medicinal herb central to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Often referred to as Chai Hu, this plant is highly valued for its ability to relieve stagnation, regulate liver function, and clear heat, making it a vital component in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Bupleurum Handelii
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Bupleurum rockiiSynonyms
- Bupleurum handelii
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. Ultimately, it is categorized under the genus Bupleurum as Bupleurum rockii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bupleurum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily native to specific regions within the country of China. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the South-Central part of the nation. Within this geographical area, it thrives in local ecosystems that support its growth. The distribution is relatively localized rather than being spread across the entire continent. Therefore, collectors and researchers often focus their efforts on the South-Central Chinese provinces to find it.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bupleurum rockii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include quercetin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| quercetin | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |