Euphorbia wallichii
Euphorbia wallichii, commonly known as Wallich's spurge, is a resilient medicinal plant native to various Asian regions. Renowned for its unique physiological properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments and inflammatory conditions. This species offers significant therapeutic potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Euphorbia wallichii
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed within the genus Euphorbia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Euphorbia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Euphorbia wallichii, is referred to by several different names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, across various regional standards including zh, zh-hans, zh-cn, and zh-tw, it is commonly known as 大果大戟. Interestingly, in Spanish-speaking contexts, it is identified by the name Euphorbia duclouxii.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 大果大戟 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 大果大戟 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 大果大戟 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 大果大戟 | Wikidata |
| es | Euphorbia duclouxii | Wikidata |
| es | Euphorbia wallichii subsp. duclouxii | Wikidata |
| es | Euphorbia yunnanensis | Wikidata |
| es | Tithymalus wallichii | Wikidata |
| zh | 云南大戟 | Wikidata |
| zh | 长虫山大戟 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within Western Asia, it can be found specifically in Afghanistan. In the vast territory of China, its presence is noted in the South-Central regions as well as in Qinghai. Furthermore, the species is documented to grow within the high-altitude terrain of Tibet. Finally, its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, particularly throughout the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Euphorbia wallichii, possesses various morphological components that are often studied for their medicinal properties. The root system is a fundamental part of its structure, providing stability and nutrient absorption, while the roots themselves may contain specific bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies. Additionally, the leaf serves as a primary site for photosynthesis, contributing to the overall vitality and chemical profile of the species.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Euphorbia wallichii has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, tannins, NO, cardiac glycoside, cardiac glycosides.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NO | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiac glycoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiac glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Euphorbia wallichii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Euphorbia wallichii has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Malignant Melanoma, cancer, osteoporosis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Malignant Melanoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| osteoporosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |