Bupleurum yinchowense
Bupleurum yinchowense, commonly known as a specialized species within the Apiaceae family, is a medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Characterized by its distinct floral structure and bioactive compounds, it offers significant therapeutic potential. Research focuses on its phytochemical properties, exploring its role in supporting various physiological functions.
- Scientific name: Bupleurum yinchowense
- 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. Further taxonomic placement includes its position in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apiaceae and is specifically categorized under 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 yinchowense, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic context and regional usage. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to by the names 银州柴胡, 银州柴胡 (specifically in simplified Chinese), 銀州柴胡 (in traditional Chinese), 软柴胡, and simply 柴胡.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 银州柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 银州柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 銀州柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 软柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红软柴胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 卧银花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is indigenous to specific regions within China. Its primary geographical distribution can be traced to the Inner Mongolia autonomous region. Additionally, it is found throughout the North-Central part of the country. These locations define the natural habitat where the species thrives. Consequently, its presence is concentrated within these particular northern and central territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bupleurum yinchowense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include saikosaponins.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| saikosaponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Bupleurum yinchowense has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anxiolytic, Neuroprotective.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bupleurum yinchowense has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiety, depression, phobia.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiety | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| depression | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phobia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |