Corydalis nanchuanensis
Corydalis nanchuanensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Corydalis nanchuanensis, is a specialized medicinal herb native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned for its unique alkaloid profile, this plant is studied for its potential pharmacological properties. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical composition is essential for exploring its contributions to modern natural medicine.
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Corydalis nanchuanensisTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ranunculales. Finally, it is a member of the Papaveraceae family, falling within the genus Corydalis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Corydalis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Corydalis nanchuanenuis, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is documented exclusively within the borders of China. More specifically, it is found inhabiting the regions of South-Central China. This localized distribution suggests that the species thrives in particular ecological niches found within these provinces. Consequently, understanding its habitat in South-Central China is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Corydalis nanchuanensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include tetrahydropalmatine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| tetrahydropalmatine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
tetrahydropalmatine
- Molecular horticulture