Daphniphyllum subverticillatum
Daphniphyllum subverticillatum, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb, belongs to the Daphniphyllaceae family. Native to specific Asian regions, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its unique bioactive compounds. Researchers study its chemical constituents to explore potential therapeutic applications in treating various inflammatory and systemic conditions.
- Scientific name: Daphniphyllum subverticillatum
- Family: Daphniphyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Daphniphyllum subvertiсillatrum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Saxifragales. It is further distinguished as a member of the family Daphniphyllaecae and the genus Daphniphyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Daphniphyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Daphniphyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is specifically native to a particular region within East Asia. Its geographical distribution is strictly limited to the southeastern part of China. Within this area, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the local landscape. Because it is found only in these southeastern provinces, its natural range remains relatively localized. Consequently, understanding its habitat in China Southeast is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Daphniphyllum subverticillatum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 11-hydroxycodaphniphylline, Daphnilongeridine, daphnezomine L methyl ester, subdaphnidine A.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 11-hydroxycodaphniphylline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daphnilongeridine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daphnezomine L methyl ester | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| subdaphnidine A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Daphniphyllum subverticillatum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tumor cell lines.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tumor cell lines | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |