Isodon parvifolius
Isodon parvifolius, commonly known as the small-leafed isodon, is a versatile medicinal plant cherished in traditional practices. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, it offers significant therapeutic potential. This resilient species is studied for its bioactive compounds, which may provide various health benefits, ranging from anti-inflammatory to antioxidant properties.
- Scientific name: Isodon parvifolius
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Isodon parvifolius, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Isodon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Isodon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging distribution across several key regions of China. It is commonly found throughout the South-Central part of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the North-Central provinces of China. The species can also be located within the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Together, these areas define the primary geographical range of Isodon parvifolius.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Isodon parvifolius has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include adenolin E, effusanin A, effusanin B, effusanin E, lasiodonin.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| adenolin E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| effusanin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| effusanin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| effusanin E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lasiodonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lushanrubescensin F | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| parvifoline AA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| parvifoliside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rabdoternin G | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| shikokianin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |