Dobinea delavayi
Dobinea delavayi, commonly known as Dobinea, is a medicinal plant native to the Mediterranean and Balkan regions. Renowned for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, this shrub is frequently utilized in traditional herbal medicine to support liver health, promote detoxification, and combat oxidative stress within the human body.
- Scientific name: Dobinea delavayi
- Family: Anacardiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Anacardiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dobinea, specifically as the species Dobinea delaavayi.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dobinea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Dobinea delaavayi, is known by several distinct common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 羊角天麻, 大九股牛, and 九子不离母. Specifically, within the simplified Chinese lexicon (zh-cn) and traditional Chinese usage (zh-tw), it is commonly identified as 羊角天麻.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 羊角天麻 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 羊角天麻 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 羊角天麻 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大九股牛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 九子不离母 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a specific and localized geographical distribution. It is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of China. More specifically, its presence is concentrated in the South-Central region of the country. This area provides the unique environmental conditions necessary for its growth. Consequently, its natural habitat remains restricted to these particular Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dobinea delaavayi, is valued in traditional medicine primarily for the medicinal properties found within its underground structures. The most critical component is the roots, which contain the active compounds necessary for therapeutic use. Often, the medicinal preparation begins with a single root harvested from the plant, which is then carefully processed. Specifically, the peeled roots are frequently utilized in decoctions or extracts, as removing the outer layer ensures a more concentrated and purified application of the plant's healing essence.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peeled roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dobinea delavayi has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Compound 1, Compound 3.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Compound 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Compound 3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dobinea delavayi has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria, tumor.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |