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Korean thistle

Cirsium setidens · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Korean thistle, scientifically known as Cirsium setidens, is a resilient perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Characterized by its striking purple blooms and prickly leaves, it offers potent bioactive compounds. Often utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this botanical powerhouse provides significant therapeutic potential in holistic healing practices.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Korean Thistle
Scientific synonyms
Cirsium Setidens F. Lanceolatum · Cirsium Setidens Var. Niveoaraneum · 8 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Cirsium setidens

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known as Cirsium setidens, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Cirsium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asterales
Family Asteraceae
Genus Cirsium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a very specific and localized geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily documented within the region of Eastern Asia. Specifically, the species is known to inhabit the territory of Korea. Because of this limited range, it is considered a geographically restricted medicinal plant. Consequently, its natural occurrences are concentrated within this particular East Asian landscape.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Cirsium setidens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Pectolinarin.

Chemicals reported in Cirsium setidens
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Pectolinarin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Pectolinarin

  1. Tissue & cell

Preparations

Cirsium setidens has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethanol extract.

Preparations reported for Cirsium setidens
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethanol extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethanol extract

  1. Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry