Ferula sinkiangensis
Ferula sinkianensis, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb from the Apiaceae family, is native to the arid regions of China. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this plant contains bioactive compounds utilized in traditional medicine to address various ailments, offering promising pharmacological properties for modern scientific research and development.
- Scientific name: Ferula sinkiangensis
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Ferula.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ferula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Ferula sinkianensis, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic contexts. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to by the names 新疆阿魏, 阿魏子, and 阿魏. These names are consistent across different regional standards, with the specific designations zh, zh-cn, and zh-tw all identifying the species as 新疆阿魏.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 新疆阿魏 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 新疆阿魏 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 新疆阿魏 | Wikidata |
| zh | 阿魏子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 阿魏 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and localized geographical range. Its natural habitat is found exclusively within the borders of China. More specifically, its occurrence is documented in the Xinjiang region. This restricted distribution suggests that the species is highly adapted to the unique environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, researchers focusing on this medicinal plant primarily concentrate their studies within this single province.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ferula sinkiangensis, is a medicinal species where various components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The most significant medicinal value is often found in the resins and the crude resin extracted from the plant, which contain bioactive compounds. To obtain these substances, collectors often focus on the roots and the aerial parts, which serve as the primary structural sources for chemical constituents. Additionally, the seeds may also play a role in the plant's life cycle and potential pharmacological applications.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 9
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Resin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ferula sinkiangensis has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Umbelliprenin, lignans, Coumarin, Farnesiferol A, Ferulic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Umbelliprenin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Farnesiferol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoferulic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kellerin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| S-allyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ferula sinkiangensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antiulcer.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ferula sinkiangensis has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include rheumatoid arthritis, diarrhea, gastric cancer, gastric ulcer, gastric ulcers.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rheumatoid arthritis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory tract infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triple-negative breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |