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Epimedium pseudowushanense

Epimedium pseudowushanense · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (19 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Epimedium pseudowushanense, scientifically known as Epimedium pseudowushanense, is a rare medicinal herb valued in traditional practices. Characterized by its delicate blooms, this plant offers unique therapeutic potential. Researchers are currently exploring its bioactive compounds to uncover new pharmacological benefits, highlighting its significance in botanical studies and natural medicine.

Family
Berberidaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Epimedium pseudowushanense

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Berberidaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Epimedium, specifically as the species Epimedium pseudowushanense.

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, known as Epimedium pseudowushanense, possesses a specific geographical range within East Asia. Its distribution is primarily concentrated within the various provinces of China. Specifically, it can be found growing in the South-Central region of the country. Additionally, the species extends its presence into the Southeast part of China. These distinct areas define the natural habitat where this medicinal plant thrives.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China Southeast

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Epimedium pseudowushanense has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Epimedin A, Icariin, Epimedin B, Epimedin C, Flavonoid.

Chemicals reported in Epimedium pseudowushanense
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Epimedin A 3 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆
Icariin 3 supporting sources ★★☆☆☆
Epimedin B 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Epimedin C 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Epimedin A

  1. PloS one
  2. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
  3. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Icariin

  1. PloS one
  2. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
  3. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Epimedin B

  1. PloS one
  2. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Epimedin C

  1. PloS one
  2. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Flavonoid

  1. PloS one

Flavonoids

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Epimedium pseudowushanense has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Aphrodisiac.

Activities reported in Epimedium pseudowushanense
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Aphrodisiac 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aphrodisiac

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Conditions

Epimedium pseudowushanense has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include aphrodisiac, libido.

Conditions investigated for Epimedium pseudowushanense
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Aphrodisiac 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Libido 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aphrodisiac

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Libido

  1. PloS one

Preparations

Epimedium pseudowushanense has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include dry leaves.

Preparations reported for Epimedium pseudowushanense
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Dry leaves 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Dry leaves

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica