Corethrodendron multijugum
Corethrodenron multijugum, commonly known as the multi-stemmed aster, is a resilient perennial native to diverse North American landscapes. Renowned for its vibrant late-season blooms, this botanical gem offers significant ethnobotanical interest. Its unique structural characteristics and potential medicinal properties make it a fascinating subject for herbal study and conservation.
- Scientific name: Corethrodendron multijugum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is a member of the Fabaceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Corethrodenron.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Corethrodendron | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Corethrodenron multijugum, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 红花羊柴 (zh), 红花羊柴 (zh-cn), or 紅花羊柴 (zh-tw), and it is also identified by the names 红花岩黄耆 (zh) and 红花岩黄芪 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 红花羊柴 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 红花羊柴 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 紅花羊柴 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红花岩黄耆 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红花岩黄芪 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红花山竹子 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In Middle Europe, its presence is specifically noted within Germany. Moving toward Asia, it can be found throughout various parts of China, including the South-Central territories. The species also inhabits the North-Central regions of China as well as the province of Qinghai. Additionally, its range extends northward into the Inner Mongolia region of China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Corethrodenron multijugum, utilizes its underground structures for stability and nutrient storage, specifically through its roots. The root system serves as the primary foundation for the plant, anchoring it firmly into the soil while facilitating the absorption of essential water and minerals necessary for its medicinal properties. Whether examining the overall network of the roots or a single specific root, these parts are vital to the plant's survival and its biological functions.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |