Crepidiastrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum
Crepidiascrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum, commonly known as the "Siam Tulip" or "Curcuma Siamensis," is a versatile medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its striking bracts, this perennial herb is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to treat inflammatory conditions, digestive ailments, and skin disorders through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Crepidiastrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum
- Family: Asteraceae
- 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 Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Crepidiastrum. Specifically, the medicinal taxon is identified as Crepidiastrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crepidiastrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Crepidiascrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum, is recognized in different regions by various local identifiers; specifically, in China, it is commonly referred to by the name 苦卖菜 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 苦卖菜 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across several distinct regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its distribution includes the Amur, Khabarovsk, and Primorye regions. Its presence extends significantly into China, where it can be found throughout the South-Central areas. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the Inner Mongolia region of China. These diverse locations highlight the adaptable nature of its natural habitat.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | 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 |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, taxonomically identified as Crepidiasctrum denticulatum subsp. denticulatum, exhibits morphological characteristics that distinguish it from the entire Ixeris denticulata f. pinnatipartita plant. While the former is characterized by its specific subspecies traits, the latter refers to a form defined by its pinnatifid leaf structures. In the context of its medicinal profile, the various plant parts—including the leaves, stems, and roots—possess unique biological properties that are essential to its therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| entire Ixeris denticulata f. pinnatipartita plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |