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Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis, is a potent medicinal plant native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it serves as a vital component in traditional herbal remedies. This species is primarily utilized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties, offering significant therapeutic potential in modern pharmacology.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Glycyrrhiza, specifically as the species Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae
Genus Glycyrrhiza

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis, possesses a specific and localized geographical distribution. It is primarily found within the vast territories of China. More specifically, its habitat is concentrated in the South-Central region of the country. This particular area provides the environmental conditions necessary for the species to thrive. Consequently, its natural range is closely tied to the unique landscapes of South-Central China.

Region Area
China China South-Central

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Fitoterapia
  2. Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica

Chemicals

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Glyyunnansapogenin A, Glyyunnansapogenin B.

Chemicals reported in Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
BETA-SITOSTEROL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Glyyunnansapogenin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Glyyunnansapogenin B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

BETA-SITOSTEROL

  1. Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica

Glyyunnansapogenin A

  1. Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica

Glyyunnansapogenin B

  1. Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica

Preparations

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Preparations reported for Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Roots 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Roots

  1. Fitoterapia
  2. Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica