Cirsium japonicum
Cirsium japonicum, commonly known as Japanese thistle, is a resilient perennial valued in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to support liver health, reduce inflammation, and manage blood sugar levels, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and detoxification.
- Scientific name: Cirsium japonicum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Cirsium. Specifically, Cirsium japonicum represents a distinct species within this botanical hierarchy.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cirsium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cirsium japonicum, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Japan, it is called ノアザミ (ja), while in China, it is known as 大薊 (zh). Its counterparts in other languages include 薊 (zh-tw) in Taiwan, Ô rô cạn (vi) in Vietnam, and 개엉겅퀴 (ko) in Korea.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | ノアザミ | Wikidata |
| zh | 大薊 | Wikidata |
| vi | Ô rô cạn | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 薊 | Wikidata |
| ko | 개엉겅퀴 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 大蓟 | Wikidata |
| szy | nipaluma-cicekaay sama | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 大薊 | Wikidata |
| vi | Đại kế | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 小薊 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution that spans across several distinct regions. In Europe, its presence can be recorded within the borders of Poland. Moving toward Asia, it is found extensively throughout various parts of China, including the South-Central area. Its range also extends into the northern territories, specifically within Inner Mongolia and North-Central China. Finally, the species can be located in the high-altitude landscapes of Qinghai.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cirsium japonicum, utilizes various anatomical structures for its biological functions and traditional medicinal applications. The roots extend into the soil to provide stability and absorb essential nutrients and water necessary for growth. The leaves are typically large and often feature serrated or prickly margins, serving as the primary site for photosynthesis to fuel the plant's development. Finally, the plant produces striking flowers, often arranged in dense heads, which play a crucial role in attracting pollinators and facilitating reproduction.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cirsium japonicum has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include linarin, pectolinarin, 8,9,10-triacetoxyheptadeca-1-ene-11,13-diyne, Cirsimaritin, beta-sitosterol.
- Total chemicals
- 20
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| linarin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pectolinarin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8,9,10-triacetoxyheptadeca-1-ene-11,13-diyne | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cirsimaritin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cireneol G | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cirsimaritin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ciryneol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cirsium japonicum has 6 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antidepressant, Antioxidant, Antiviral, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cirsium japonicum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, bleeding.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bleeding | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |