Gynostemma compressum
Gymnostemma compressum, commonly known as the "herb of immortality," is a versatile medicinal plant native to the Himalayan regions. Renowned for its adaptogenic properties, it is widely utilized in traditional medicine to enhance vitality, reduce stress, and support metabolic health, offering significant therapeutic potential for holistic wellness and longevity.
- Scientific name: Gynostemma compressum
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- 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 Cucurbitaleales and the family Cucurbitaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Gymnostemma, specifically as the species Gymnostemma compressum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cucurbitales | WCVP |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gynostemma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily identified by its specific presence within a limited geographic range. Its documented natural habitat is centered in the region of Southeast China. Within this area, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions offered by the local landscape. Because its distribution is so localized, it remains a characteristic species of that specific territory. Consequently, researchers looking for this medicinal herb focus their efforts on the southeastern provinces of China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gynostemma compressum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gycomoside I, gycomoside II, gycomoside III, gycomoside IV.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gycomoside I | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gycomoside II | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gycomoside III | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gycomoside IV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |