Croton yanhuii
Croton yanhuii, commonly known as a significant medicinal species within the Euphorbiaceae family, holds immense ethnobotanical value. Primarily recognized for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Research continues to explore its pharmacological potential, particularly its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Scientific name: Croton yanhuii
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- 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. It is further classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Croton as the species Croton yanhuii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Croton | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Croton yanhuii, is referred to by the common name 延辉巴豆 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 延辉巴豆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within a limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is located primarily in the South-Central region of China. Because of this localized presence, it is considered a regional species within that specific area. This distribution pattern highlights its reliance on the particular environmental conditions found in South-Central China. Consequently, understanding its specific niche is essential for its conservation and study.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Croton yanhuii, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, specifically involving its twigs and leaves. The twigs serve as a structural part of the plant from which medicinal compounds can be derived, while the leaves act as the primary site for photosynthesis and the accumulation of bioactive constituents. Together, these plant parts are often processed to harness the therapeutic potential inherent in the species.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Croton yanhuii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include clerodane diterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| clerodane diterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Croton yanhuii has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, neuron degeneration.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuron degeneration | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |