Hemsleya zhejiangensis
Hemsleya zhejiangensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Hemsleya zhiejiangensis, scientifically known as Hemsleya zhiejiangensis, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific montane regions. Belonging to the Menispermaceae family, it is highly valued in traditional pharmacology for its bioactive alkaloids. Researchers study this species for its potential therapeutic properties in treating various inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hemsleya zhejiangensisSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Cucurbitales, it is a member of the family Cucurbitaceae. Specifically, it is classified under the genus Hemsleya as the species Hemsleya zhejiangensis.
| 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, known scientifically as Hemsleya zhiejianensis, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. It is native to the Asian continent, specifically located within the borders of China. Within this country, its distribution is concentrated in the Southeast region. This localized habitat suggests that the species thrives under the particular climatic conditions found in these southeastern provinces. Consequently, understanding this specific regional presence is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Hemsleya zhejiangensis has 3 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, root, stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Root
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Stem
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Chemicals
Hemsleya zhejiangensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Polysaccharide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Polysaccharide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Polysaccharide
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica