Cynanchum rostellatum
Cynanchum rostellatum, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical composition offers vital insights into its potential applications in modern pharmacology and holistic wellness strategies.
- Scientific name: Cynanchum rostellatum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Apocynaceae. Within this botanical hierarchy, the medicinal species 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 range spanning across parts of East Asia. Within the Russian Far East, its distribution includes the Amur and Khabarovsk regions. It can also be found in the Kuril Islands and the Primorye territory. Furthermore, its presence extends into China, specifically within the South-Central region. These documented locations define the known natural habitat for Cynanchum rostellaatum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Activities
Cynanchum rostellatum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |