Hemsleya dolichocarpa
Hemsleya dolichocarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Hemsleya dolichocarpa, is a rare medicinal plant belonging to the Aristolochiaceae family. Often found in dense subtropical forests, it is valued in traditional medicine for its unique bioactive compounds. Researchers study its potent properties to explore potential therapeutic applications in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hemsleya dolichocarpaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered as Cucurbitaleales and falls under the family Cucurbitaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Hemsleya, specifically identified as Hemsleya dolichoarpa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Hemsleya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is native to a specific region within the country of China. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the South-Central part of the nation. Within this territory, it thrives in the particular environmental conditions found in these provinces. Consequently, researchers studying its habitat focus their efforts on these specific South-Central locales. Understanding this localized range is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Hemsleya dolichocarpa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cucurbitacin, Dihydrocucurbitacin F.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cucurbitacin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dihydrocucurbitacin F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cucurbitacin
- The American journal of Chinese medicine
Dihydrocucurbitacin F
- The American journal of Chinese medicine