Dioscorea collettii hypoglauca
Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dioscorea collettii hypoglauca, scientifically known as Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca, is a specialized medicinal variety of wild yam prized in traditional pharmacology. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant is utilized in various herbal remedies to support metabolic health and provide potent antioxidant benefits within holistic wellness practices.
- Family
- Dioscoreaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dioscorea Kaoi · Dioscorea Hypoglauca · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglaucaSynonyms
- Dioscorea kaoi
- Dioscorea hypoglauca
- Dioscorea morsei
- Dioscorea undulata
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Dioscoreales and the family Dioscoreaceae. Ultimately, it is identified as a member of the genus Dioscorea, specifically the variety hypoglauca.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Dioscoreales |
| Family | Dioscoreaceae |
| Genus | Dioscorea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across specific regions within East Asia. In mainland China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central territories. It can also be found growing in the Southeast regions of China. Furthermore, the species extends its geographical range to the island of Taiwan. These locations represent the known natural habitats for this particular variety.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
- Journal of natural products
Chemicals
Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dioscin, Gracillin, Methyl protodioscin, Protodioscin, Protogracillin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Dioscin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gracillin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methyl protodioscin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Protodioscin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Protogracillin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Dioscin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Gracillin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Methyl protodioscin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Protodioscin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Protogracillin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
Dioscorea collettii var. hypoglauca has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include EtOH extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Etoh extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Etoh extract
- Journal of natural products