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Capparis himalayensis

Capparis himalayensis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Capparis himalayensis, is a significant medicinal shrub native to the Himalayan regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation and digestive issues. Its unique chemical composition makes it a vital subject of ethnobotanical research.

Family
Capparaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Capparis Spinosa Var. Himalayensis · Capparis Spinosa Subsp. Himalayensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Capparis himalayensis

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Brassicales. Finally, it is a member of the family Capparaceae, falling under the genus Capparis.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Brassicales
Family Capparaceae
Genus Capparis

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found across the vast stretches of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this region, it is specifically documented to grow in the mountainous terrain of Nepal. Its distribution also extends into the diverse landscapes of Pakistan. Furthermore, the species is commonly located throughout the West Himalaya region. These specific locations highlight its preference for the high-altitude environments of South Asia.

Region Area
Indian Subcontinent Nepal
Indian Subcontinent Pakistan
Indian Subcontinent West Himalaya

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Capparis himalayensis has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 6-Methoxyindoline-2,3-dione, Capparin A, Capparin B, Oroxylin A, Wogonin.

Chemicals reported in Capparis himalayensis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
6-Methoxyindoline-2,3-dione 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Capparin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Capparin B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Oroxylin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Wogonin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
apigenin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
luteolin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
quercetin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

6-Methoxyindoline-2,3-dione

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Capparin A

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Capparin B

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Oroxylin A

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Wogonin

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apigenin

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kaempferol

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luteolin

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quercetin

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Preparations

Capparis himalayensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include whole plant.

Preparations reported for Capparis himalayensis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Whole plant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Whole plant

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