Isodon phyllostachys
Isodon phyllostachys · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Isodon phyllostachys, is a rare and significant medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, this species offers potential therapeutic benefits in traditional medicine. Understanding its biological profile is essential for exploring its future applications in modern pharmacology and wellness.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Plectranthus Phyllostachys · Rabdosia Phyllostachys · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Isodon phyllostachysSynonyms
- Plectranthus phyllostachys
- Rabdosia phyllostachys
- Rabdosia phyllostachys var. leptophylla
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific 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 is primarily found within a specific regional range in East Asia. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the South-Central portion of China. Within this territory, it thrives in the unique ecological conditions provided by the local landscape. This localized distribution means the species is not widely scattered across the entire continent. Consequently, researchers focusing on its medicinal properties often look to these specific Chinese provinces for collection.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Isodon phyllostachyis, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its medicinal profile. These leaves are essential to the plant's biological functions and are often the specific part harvested when studying its therapeutic potential. By focusing on the leaves, researchers can better understand the unique phytochemical properties that define this species.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Isodon phyllostachys has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid, NODOSIN, Phyllostachysin C, Sculponeatin B, Sculponeatin C.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NODOSIN | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phyllostachysin C | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sculponeatin B | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sculponeatin C | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |