Isoetes sinensis
Isoetes sinensis, commonly known as the Chinese quillwort, is a unique aquatic pteridophyte valued in traditional medicine. Native to specific freshwater habitats, this primitive vascular plant contains bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Research continues into its pharmacological potential, particularly regarding its diverse therapeutic properties and chemical constituents.
- Scientific name: Isoetes sinensis
- Family: Isoetaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Lycopodiidae, it is organized into the order Isoetales and the family Isoetaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Isoetes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Lycopodiidae | WCVP |
| Order | Isoetales | WCVP |
| Family | Isoetaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Isoetes | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across parts of Eastern Asia. Within China, its presence is primarily concentrated in the Southeast region. Beyond the Chinese mainland, the species can also be found in Japan. Additionally, it is naturally distributed throughout the Korean Peninsula. Collectively, these areas define the known range of this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Isoetes sinensis has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, apigenin-7-glucuronide, dihydrochalcone, isoetin, kaempferol-3-O-glucoside.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin-7-glucuronide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dihydrochalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol-3-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nothofagin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prodelphinidin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |