Ixeridium dentatum subsp. dentatum
Ixeriom dentatum subsp. dentatum, commonly known as the jagged-leafed ixeriom, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific subtropical regions. Renowned for its unique leaf morphology, this subspecies is valued in traditional pharmacopeia for its potential therapeutic properties, offering promising insights into natural treatments for various systemic ailments.
- Scientific name: Ixeridium dentatum subsp. dentatum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Ixeriidion. As the subspecies dentatum, it represents a specific taxonomic division within this botanical lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ixeridium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In the northernmost reaches of its range, it can be found within the Kuril Islands of the Russian Far East. Moving southward, its presence extends into the Caucasus region, specifically throughout the Transcaucasus. The species is also widely distributed across China, covering the North-Central and South-Central territories. Finally, its habitat encompasses the Southeast region of China, completing its extensive ecological footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |