Hansenia forbesii

Hansenia forbesii, commonly known as a rare medicinal shrub, is a distinctive botanical species valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, this plant holds significant potential in traditional healing practices, offering bioactive compounds that warrant further scientific investigation for their pharmacological benefits and wellness applications.

  • Scientific name: Hansenia forbesii
  • Family: Apiaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Hansenia forbesii, is a member of the kingdom Plantae and belongs to the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apiaceae and falls under the genus Hansenia.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Apiales WCVP
Family Apiaceae WCVP
Genus Hansenia WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several specific regions within China. It can be found growing in the landscapes of China South-Central. Furthermore, its presence extends northward into the territory of Inner Mongolia. The species is also documented to inhabit the areas of China North-Central. Finally, its range includes the high-altitude regions of Qinghai.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China Inner Mongolia WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China Qinghai WCVP

Activities

Hansenia forbesii has 7 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antiarrhythmic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticoagulant.

Total activities
7
Scientific sources
8

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Analgesic 2 ★☆☆☆☆
Antiarrhythmic 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Anticoagulant 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antipyretic 1 ★☆☆☆☆