Fritillaria walujewii
Fritillaria walujewii, commonly known as the Walujewi's fritillary, is a rare medicinal plant indigenous to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned in traditional ethnobotanical practices, it possesses unique bioactive compounds. Scientific investigation continues to explore its potential pharmacological applications, particularly regarding its therapeutic properties in treating various localized ailments.
- Scientific name: Fritillaria walujewii
- Family: Liliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further categorized under the order Liliales and the family Liliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Fritillaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Liliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fritillaria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Fritillaria walujewii, possesses a specific geographical range concentrated within the regions of Central Asia and East Asia. Its natural habitat extends across the vast territories of Kazakhstan. Additionally, this medicinal species can be found growing within the borders of Kirgizstan. The distribution also reaches into the easternmost parts of the continent, specifically in the Xinjiang region of China. Together, these locations define the unique ecological niche where this plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Chemicals
Fritillaria walujewii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Peiminine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Peiminine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Fritillaria walujewii has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gastric cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |