Epimedium diphyllum
Epimedium diphyllum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Epimedium diphyllum, scientifically known as Epimedium diphyllum, is a versatile perennial herb cherished in traditional medicine. Often called "Horny Goat Weed," it is renowned for its bioactive flavonoids. These compounds support reproductive health, enhance vitality, and offer antioxidant benefits, making it a cornerstone of herbal wellness practices worldwide.
- Family
- Berberidaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Aceranthus Diphyllus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Epimedium diphyllumSynonyms
- Aceranthus diphyllus
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Berberidaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Epimedium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Epimedium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a medicinal species with a very specific and limited range. Its natural occurrence is concentrated within the region of Eastern Asia. Specifically, the geographical distribution of Epimedium diphyllum is found in Japan. This localized presence suggests that the species thrives under particular environmental conditions unique to that island nation. Consequently, researchers focusing on this plant typically direct their studies toward the Japanese landscape.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Epimedium diphyllum is characterized by its growth form as a herbaceous plant, specifically functioning as a perennial herb. In terms of its structural composition, the plant exhibits a non-woody nature, lacking significant lignified tissue in its primary functional structures.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Epimedium diphyllum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Tannins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Tannins
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology