Clematis gouriana
Clematis gouriana, commonly known as a climbing medicinal vine, is a fascinating botanical species valued for its unique therapeutic potential. Found in specific ecological niches, this plant is studied for its bioactive compounds. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical properties is essential for exploring its role in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Clematis gouriana
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Clematis gouriana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Ranunculales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae and the genus Clematis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clematis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Clematis gouriana, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Hindi, it is known as मूर्वा, while in Chinese, it is commonly called 小蓑衣藤, a name that is used consistently across several written forms including Simplified Chinese (小蓑衣藤), Traditional Chinese (小蓑衣藤), Cantonese/Hong Kong usage (小蓑衣藤), and standard Chinese (小蓑衣藤).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hi | मूर्वा | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 小蓑衣藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 小蓑衣藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 小蓑衣藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 小蓑衣藤 | Wikidata |
| ml | നികിടക്കൊടി | Wikidata |
| mr | मोरवेल | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 小蓑衣藤 | Wikidata |
| es | Clematis vitalba var. gouriana | Wikidata |
| es | Clematis vitalba var. acuminatissima | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found spanning from the South-Central to the North-Central areas, as well as within the Southeast provinces. Its presence extends further west into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is documented to grow throughout Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range occupied by Clematis gouriana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Clematis gouriana, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its botanical structure. These leaves are characteristic of the species and play a vital role in the plant's physiological processes, such as photosynthesis and gas exchange. In the context of medicinal study, the specific morphology and chemical composition of the leaves are often examined to understand the plant's overall biological properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Clematis gouriana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ash, flavonoids, gallic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ash | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |