Dichocarpum auriculatum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ranunculales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae and the genus Dichocarpum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a specific and localized range within the Asian continent. Its occurrence is primarily documented within the vast territories of China. Specifically, the species can be found inhabiting the regions of China South-Central. Additionally, its natural habitat extends into the areas of China Southeast. This distribution pattern highlights the particular environmental requirements necessary for its growth.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Dichocarpum auriculatum is characterized by its specific distribution across varying altitudinal gradients within its natural habitat. This species thrives within a defined elevational range, occupying montane or sub-montane environments where it is typically found at altitudes ranging from a minimum of 650 m AMSL to a maximum of 1600 m AMSL. The ecological niche of the plant is centered around a mean elevation of approximately 1125 m AMSL, suggesting that it is most optimally adapted to the climatic and environmental conditions prevalent at this mid-range altitude.

Elevational range max:

1600 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

1125 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

650 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Dichocarpum auriculatum is characterized by its status as a perennial organism, allowing it to persist in its environment across multiple growing seasons. As a perennial species, it does not complete its biological cycle within a single year or two but instead maintains a continuous presence, often developing more robust structures and extensive underground systems over time. This long-term life cycle enables the plant to establish itself firmly within its ecological niche, ensuring survival through varying seasonal conditions and providing multiple opportunities for reproductive success throughout its extended lifespan.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Dichocarpum auriculatum is characterized by its herbaceous growth form, manifesting as a non-woody herb. This plant functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its structural properties to ascend without the need for external support systems.

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

herb

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Dichocarpum auriculatum culminates in the development of its characteristic fruits, which exhibit specific morphological dimensions essential for its life cycle. The fruit length within this species displays a measurable range, with recorded values spanning from a minimum of 1.1 cm to a maximum of 1.5 cm. On average, the fruit length is approximately 1.3 cm, representing the typical size observed during the reproductive stage of the plant.

Fruit length max:

1.5 cm

Fruit length mean:

1.3 cm

Fruit length min:

1.1 cm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Dichocarpum auriculatum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Columbamine, Dauricine, Palmatine.

Columbamine

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Dauricine

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Palmatine

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Conditions

Dichocarpum auriculatum has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include epilepsy, heat.

Epilepsy

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Heat

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology