Eupatorium luchuense
Eupatorium luchuense, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb in regional traditional practices, holds significant pharmacological potential. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various inflammatory and respiratory ailments. Ongoing research aims to unlock its therapeutic secrets for modern clinical applications and wellness.
- Scientific name: Eupatorium luchuense
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eupatorium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Eupatorium luchuense, is known by the common name 琉球泽兰 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 琉球泽兰 | Wikidata |
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |