Corydalis clarkei
Corydalis clarkei, commonly known as Clarke's Corydalis, is a perennial herb valued in traditional Chinese medicine. Native to East Asia, its tubers contain potent alkaloids used to alleviate pain and soothe the nervous system. This medicinal plant serves as a vital resource for treating various inflammatory and neurological conditions.
- Scientific name: Corydalis clarkei
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ranunculales, it is further situated in the family Papaveraceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its specific genus, Corydalis.
| 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, known scientifically as Corydalis clarkei, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and cultural context. In English, it is often called Clerke's Corydalis, while in Chinese, it is widely recognized as Qing Muxiang. In Japanese, the species is known as Shinkouren.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Corydalis clarkei, exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution. Within the vast landscape of the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is notably concentrated in certain regions. Specifically, it can be found growing in the rugged terrain of the West Himalaya. This mountainous area provides the unique environmental conditions necessary for its survival. Consequently, its range is characterized by these high-altitude habitats within the western Himalayan belt.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Corydalis clarkei has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caseanidine, clarkeanidine.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caseanidine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clarkeanidine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |