Cynanchum liukiuense
Cynanchum liukiuense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Cynanchum liukiuense, is a noteworthy medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Characterized by its unique botanical features, this species contains bioactive compounds potentially offering therapeutic benefits. Exploring its chemical profile and pharmacological properties remains essential for discovering new applications in modern natural medicine development.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cynanchum liukiuenseSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Cynanchum liukiuense, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Gentianales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apocynaceae and the genus Cynanchum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Cynanchum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is specifically located within the Eastern Asia region. Its primary geographical range is restricted to the Nansei-shoto islands. These islands form an important part of its natural habitat in the Pacific. Because of this localized presence, the species is considered an endemic element of the area. Consequently, its distribution is quite narrow and tied to this specific island chain.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Cynanchum liukiuense is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a predominantly non-woody structure. This herbaceous nature defines its physical habit, lacking the lignified, permanent stem tissue typically found in woody species.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Cynanchum liukiuense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Conduritol F.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Conduritol F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Conduritol F
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