Lagotis yunnanensis
Lagotis yunnanensis, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb in Southeast Asia, holds significant importance in traditional healing practices. Native to the Yunnan region, this plant is prized for its unique phytochemical properties, often utilized to treat inflammation and support metabolic health through its potent, bioactive natural compounds.
- Scientific name: Lagotis yunnanensis
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 organized under the order Lamiales and the family Plantaginaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Lagotis, as part of the species Lagotis yunnanensis.
| 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 exhibits a specific geographical distribution centered within the Asian continent. It is primarily documented as growing in the South-Central regions of China. Furthermore, its natural habitat extends into the high-altitude areas of Tibet. These locations suggest that the species thrives in the diverse terrains of the Chinese plateau and surrounding provinces. Consequently, its presence is largely confined to these specific mountainous and subtropical zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lagotis yunnanensis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include E-cinnamic acid, apigenin-7-methyl ether, artselaeroside A, quercetin-3-O-beta-D-glucoside, tetracosanoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| E-cinnamic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin-7-methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| artselaeroside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-beta-D-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tetracosanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tyrosol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |