Clematis tibetana
Clematis tibetana, commonly known as a valuable medicinal herb in traditional Himalayan practices, is a climbing perennial native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to treat inflammation, respiratory issues, and various ailments, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Clematis tibetana
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ranunculales, it is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within 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 tibetanana, is referred to by various names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is commonly called 中印铁线莲 (including the simplified forms 中印铁线莲 and 中印铁线莲), while in Japanese, it is identified as クレマティス・ティベターナ. Additionally, in Russian, the species is known as Клемatis тибетский.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 中印铁线莲 | Wikidata |
| ja | クレマティス・ティベターナ | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 中印铁线莲 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 中印铁线莲 | Wikidata |
| ru | Клематис тибетский | Wikidata |
| ru | Ломонос тибетский | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several high-altitude regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in both the Tibet and Xinjiang regions. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it is documented in Nepal and Pakistan. Additionally, the species is commonly located throughout the West Himalaya area. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in varied mountainous environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Clematis tibetana, is utilized in traditional medicinal practices primarily through its aerial part. The aerial parts consist of the stems, leaves, and flowers that grow above the ground, containing the various bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. When harvesting this species for medicinal use, the above-ground structures are collected to ensure the potency of the plant's natural properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial part | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Clematis tibetana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include clematibetoside A, clematibetoside B, clematibetoside C.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| clematibetoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clematibetoside B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clematibetoside C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |