Clematis tibetana
Clematis tibetana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Clematis tibetana, scientifically known as Clematis tibetana, is a resilient medicinal herb native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Valued in traditional medicine, it possesses unique bioactive properties used to treat various ailments. This plant offers significant pharmacological potential for modern therapeutic research and holistic healing practices.
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Clematis tibetanaSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Clematis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| China | Tibet |
| China | Xinjiang |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Clematis tibetana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Clematibetoside A, Clematibetoside B, Clematibetoside C.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Clematibetoside A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Clematibetoside B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Clematibetoside C | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Clematibetoside A
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Clematibetoside B
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Clematibetoside C
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