Eupatorium luchuense
Eupatorium luchuense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Eupatorium luchuense, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical regions, this botanical treasure is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical composition offers promising insights into developing modern natural remedies and enhancing global pharmacological knowledge.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Eupatorium Luchuense Var. Kiirunense · Eupatorium Kiirunense
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eupatorium luchuenseSynonyms
- Eupatorium luchuense var. kiirunense
- Eupatorium kiirunense
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is specifically identified by its genus, Eupatorium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Eupatorium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of Eastern Asia. Its distribution is notably found across the Nansei-shoto islands. Additionally, the species can be located within the territory of Taiwan. These two areas represent the primary habitats where the plant occurs naturally. Consequently, its presence is limited to these specific eastern maritime and island environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Eupatorium luchuense is characterized by its specific growth form as a herb. This plant exhibits a non-woody structure, lacking the lignified tissues associated with more robust woody species.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Eupatorium luchuense has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 15-acetoxyheliangin, 3-epi-heliangin, 8,10-Epoxy-9-acetoxythymol angelate, EUPAHELIANGOLIDE A, Heliangin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 15-acetoxyheliangin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-epi-heliangin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8,10-Epoxy-9-acetoxythymol angelate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EUPAHELIANGOLIDE A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Heliangin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
15-acetoxyheliangin
- Journal of natural products
3-epi-heliangin
- Journal of natural products
8,10-Epoxy-9-acetoxythymol angelate
- Journal of natural products
EUPAHELIANGOLIDE A
- Journal of natural products
Heliangin
- Journal of natural products