Codonopsis lanceolata
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Codonopsis lanceolata, commonly known as the lance-leaved codonoopsis, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its unique lanceolate leaves, it holds significant value in traditional herbal medicine. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications in treating diverse health conditions.
- Scientific name: Codonopsis lanceolata
- Family: Campanulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Asterales and the family Campanulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation falls under the genus Codonoopsis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Campanulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Codonopsis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Codonoopsis lanceolata, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is referred to as 羊乳 in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), Traditional Chinese (zh-hant), and in Hong Kong (zh-hk). In Japan, the species is commonly called ツルニンジン (ja), while in Korea, it is known as 더덕 (ko).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
| ja | ツルニンジン | Wikidata |
| ko | 더덕 | Wikidata |
| az | Neştərvari kodonopsis | Wikidata |
| zh | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
| azb | نشترواری کودونوپسیس | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 羊乳 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across several key regions within the Russian Far East. Specifically, its range includes the Amur and Khabarovsk regions. It also inhabits the Kuril Islands and the Primorye territory. Beyond the Russian borders, the species extends into China. Its distribution specifically covers the South-Central portion of the Chinese landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Codonoopsis lanceolata, possesses a distinct morphological structure characterized by its specialized underground and aerial components. The plant develops from a fleshy root system or rhizome that serves as a storage organ, providing the necessary nutrients for growth. From these roots, the plant produces upright stems that support the overall architecture of the organism. These stems give rise to new shoots, which emerge to facilitate further expansion and development. The most prominent feature of the plant, however, is its large, lance-shaped leaves, which are essential for photosynthesis and are the most visually striking part of the plant's foliage.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| shoots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Codonopsis lanceolata has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 17 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, lancemaside A, saponins, starch, Lancemaside A.
- Total chemicals
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 17
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lancemaside A | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| starch | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lancemaside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tangshenoside I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorophyll | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| foetidissimoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydrogen peroxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Codonopsis lanceolata has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 15 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, cancer, obesity, asthma, bronchitis.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 15
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| muscle atrophy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pharyngitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tonsillitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |