Lagotis brachystachya
Lagotis brachystachya, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, holds significant interest in ethnobotanical studies. Native to specific ecological niches, this plant is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical composition is essential for exploring its potential therapeutic applications in modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Lagotis brachystachya
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Plantaginacea and the genus Lagotis. Specifically, this species is identified as Lagotis brachystachyia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lagotis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Lagootis brachystachyia, exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of China. It can be found growing throughout the South-Central parts of the country. Additionally, its range extends into the North-Central territories of China. The species is also documented within the high-altitude province of Qinghai. Finally, its geographical presence includes the expansive region of Tibet.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lagotis brachystachya has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, luteolin, luteoloside.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteoloside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lagotis brachystachya has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hyperuricemia.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hyperuricemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |