Incarvillea sinensis
Incarvillea sinensis, commonly known as the Chinese Incarvillea, is a striking perennial herb prized for its vibrant, bell-shaped flowers. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this medicinal plant holds significant value in traditional practices, often utilized for its potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to support various aspects of holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Incarvillea sinensis
- Family: Bignoniaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Bignoniaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is found within the genus Incarvillea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Incarvillea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions of East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is specifically noted within the Primorye region. Moving into China, it can be found throughout the South-Central territories. The species also extends northward into the provinces of Manchuria and Inner Mongolia. Finally, its range includes the North-Central areas of China, completing its wide ecological footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Incarvillea sinensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include incarvillateine, incarvine C.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| incarvillateine | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| incarvine C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Incarvillea sinensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antinociceptive.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Incarvillea sinensis has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include rheumatism, neuropathic pain, pain.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rheumatism | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuropathic pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |