Hemsleya endecaphylla
Hemsleya endecaphylla, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a unique species belonging to the Umbelliferae family. Found primarily in Southeast Asian rainforests, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse bioactive compounds. Research continues to explore its significant potential in treating various inflammatory and systemic ailments.
- Scientific name: Hemsleya endecaphylla
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Hemsleya endecaphylla, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Cucurbitaleales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Cucurbitaceae and is specifically categorized under the genus Hemsleya.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cucurbitales | WCVP |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hemsleya | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Hemsleya endecaphylla, is referred to in Chinese as 十一叶雪胆 (shíyīyè xuědǎn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 十一叶雪胆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to a specific region within the Asian continent. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the South-Central part of China. Within this territory, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the local landscape. Because of this limited range, the species is considered endemic to this particular area of the country. Consequently, its natural habitat is defined by the specific climatic patterns of South-Central China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hemsleya endecaphylla, is a member of the Apiaceae family, and while much of its medicinal interest often pertains to its foliage, the plant utilizes specialized underground structures for survival and storage. Specifically, the plant features tubers, which serve as essential nutrient reservoirs that allow the organism to persist through dormant periods. These tubers facilitate regrowth and provide the necessary energy to support the development of new stems and leaves when environmental conditions become favorable.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tubers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hemsleya endecaphylla has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cucurbitacin B, endecaphyllacin A, endecaphyllacin B.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cucurbitacin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| endecaphyllacin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| endecaphyllacin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hemsleya endecaphylla has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV-1.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV-1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |