Epimedium pubescens
Epimedium pubescens, commonly known as Horny Goat Weed, is a perennial herb prized in traditional Chinese medicine. Renowned for its bioactive flavonoids, particularly icariin, it is widely utilized to support reproductive health, enhance vitality, and promote bone density. This versatile plant offers significant therapeutic potential for modern wellness.
- Scientific name: Epimedium pubescens
- Family: Berberidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Ranunculales and the family Berberidaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Epimedium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Berberidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Epimedium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Epimedium pubescens, is referred to by various common names across different linguistic contexts. In Chinese, it is identified by several names including 柔毛淫羊藿, 淫羊蕾根, 淫羊藿, and 柔毛-羊藿（毡毛淫羊蕾）. Additionally, in Arabic, it is known as أبيمديون أزغب.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 柔毛淫羊藿 | Wikidata |
| ar | أبيمديون أزغب | Wikidata |
| zh | 淫羊蕾根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 淫羊藿 | Wikidata |
| zh | 柔毛-羊藿（毡毛淫羊蕾） | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Epimedium pubescens, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of China. It can be found growing within the landscapes of China South-Central. Additionally, its natural habitat extends into the areas of China North-Central. The species is also documented to inhabit the diverse environments of China Southeast. Together, these locations define the primary geographical range of this medicinal herb.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Epimedium pubescens, is a perennial herb characterized by a diverse range of botanical structures used in traditional medicine. The medicinal properties are often concentrated in the roots, which are typically harvested for their therapeutic effects. The foliage is comprised of numerous leaves that grow in a basal rosette, where each individual leaf often displays a distinct cordate or ovate shape with serrated margins. During its blooming season, the plant produces delicate, small flower clusters that add a decorative element to its overall morphology.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Epimedium pubescens has 24 reported phytochemicals identified across 27 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include icariin, icaritin, (R)-carvone, 8-prenylkaempferol, Beta-Eudesmol.
- Total chemicals
- 24
- Scientific sources
- 27
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| icariin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| icaritin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (R)-carvone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-prenylkaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Beta-Eudesmol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Magnoline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Epimedium pubescens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Epimedium pubescens has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include impotence, rheumatism.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| impotence | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |