Isopyrum thalictroides
Isopyrrum thalictroides, commonly known as a member of the Berberidaceae family, is a medicinal herb valued for its diverse phytochemical profile. Rich in alkaloids and bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in various ethnobotanical practices to treat inflammation and infections, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Isopyrum thalictroides
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus, Isopyrum, and its species name, Isopyrum thalictroides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Isopyrum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Denmark. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found across the landscapes of Germany and Austria. Its range also extends through the regions of Czechia and Slovakia. Finally, the geographical footprint of this medicinal plant includes the territory of Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
Chemicals
Isopyrum thalictroides has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include penduline, tetrandrine.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| penduline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tetrandrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Isopyrum thalictroides has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Isopyrum thalictroides has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antimalarial.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |