Euchresta horsfieldii
Euchresta horsfieldii, commonly known as the "wild climber," is a versatile medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, its various parts are utilized to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin inflammations. This climbing shrub offers significant therapeutic potential through its unique bioactive phytochemical compounds.
- Scientific name: Euchresta horsfieldii
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Euchresta, specifically as the species Euchresta horsfieldii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Euchresta | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Euchresta horsfieldii, is identified by several common names across different linguistic contexts. In Chinese, it is referred to as 伏毛山豆根, a name that is consistently used in various regional forms including zh-cn (伏毛山豆根), zh-tw (伏毛山豆根), and zh-hans (伏毛山豆根). Additionally, in certain Chinese contexts, it is also known by the name 苦参.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 伏毛山豆根 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 伏毛山豆根 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 伏毛山豆根 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 伏毛山豆根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 苦参 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In China, its distribution is noted in the South-Central areas as well as within Tibet. It can also be found within the Indian Subcontinent, specifically in Assam and the East Himalaya. Furthermore, the species extends into the Indo-China region, where it is recorded in Laos. Together, these locations highlight the diverse habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Euchresta horsfieldii, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The roots are often harvested for their specific therapeutic properties, serving as a key part of the plant's medicinal profile. Additionally, the fruits play a significant role in the plant's life cycle and are also noted for their distinct characteristics within the species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Euchresta horsfieldii has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include EHX, euchrenone b(10), isoflavones.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| EHX | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| euchrenone b(10) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoflavones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Euchresta horsfieldii has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hyperlipidemia.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hyperlipidemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |