Corydalis chaerophylla
Corydalis chaerophylla, commonly known as a member of the Papaveraceae family, is a perennial herb valued in traditional medicine. Native to specific mountainous regions, this plant contains diverse alkaloids. It is primarily studied for its potential pharmacological properties, including sedative, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory effects within herbal therapeutic practices.
- Scientific name: Corydalis chaerophylla
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Papaveraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Corydalis, specifically as the species Corydalis chaerophylla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Papaveraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Corydalis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Corydalis chaerophyllum, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the feathery-leaved fumitory, a name that reflects its delicate foliage and its taxonomic relationship to other fumitories. In Chinese, the species is commonly known as 细叶黄瞿勒 (Xìyè huáng qúlè), highlighting its specific morphological characteristics.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to several distinct regions across Asia. Within China, its presence is specifically noted in the Tibet region. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it can be found in Assam. Furthermore, it inhabits the mountainous terrains of the East Himalaya and Nepal. Finally, the species is also documented growing within the West Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Corydalis chaerophyllum, possesses distinct morphological characteristics in its vegetative structures that are often utilized in botanical studies. The leaves are highly dissected and compound, typically displaying a delicate, fern-like appearance that is characteristic of the Papaveraceae family. Below the surface, the plant develops specialized roots, which serve as the primary storage organs for nutrients and are often the focus of interest when studying the chemical composition and medicinal potential of the species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Corydalis chaerophylla has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-bicuculline, (+/-)-bicuculline, (-)-corydalmine, (-)-corypalmine, (-)-isocorypalmine.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-bicuculline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (+/-)-bicuculline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-corydalmine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-corypalmine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-isocorypalmine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine chloride | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |