Cynanchum otophyllum
Cynanchum otophyllum, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb in traditional Eastern medicine, is a climbing vine celebrated for its therapeutic potential. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to support metabolic health, combat inflammation, and provide antioxidant benefits, making it a subject of growing pharmacological interest.
- Scientific name: Cynanchum otophyllum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, falling into the family Apocynaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Cynanchum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cynanchum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several key regions within China. It is documented to grow in the South-Central parts of the country. Additionally, its presence is noted throughout the Southeast region of China. The species can also be found inhabiting the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for Cynanchum otophyllum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cynanchum otophyllum has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include otophylloside B, compound 12, compound 14, compound 2, compound 4.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| otophylloside B | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 12 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 14 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 4 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 5 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 7 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 8 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 9 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| otophylloside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cynanchum otophyllum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| epilepsy | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |