Lonicera hypoglauca
Lonicera hypoglauca, commonly known as the smooth honeysuckle, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique botanical properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies. Its bioactive compounds offer significant potential for pharmacological research, particularly in treating diverse inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Lonicera hypoglauca
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae and order Dipsacales, it is further categorized into the family Caprifoliaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Lonicera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lonicera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Lonicera hypoglauca, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 菰腺忍冬, 忍冬藤, or 裡白忍冬. Specifically, the names 菰腺忍冬 and 忍冬藤 are used in mainland China (zh-cn) and for simplified Chinese characters (zh-hans), while the name 裡白忍冬 is commonly used in Taiwan (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 菰腺忍冬 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 裡白忍冬 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 菰腺忍冬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 菰腺忍冬 | Wikidata |
| zh | 忍冬藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大叶金银花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红腺忍冬 | Wikidata |
| zh | 金银花露 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大银花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 金银花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning several regions across East and Southeast Asia. Within China, its distribution covers both the South-Central and Southeast territories. The species is also found in parts of Eastern Asia, specifically in Japan and Taiwan. Additionally, its presence extends into the Indo-China region, where it can be located in Vietnam. Collectively, these areas define the natural habitat where Lonicera hypoglauca grows.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lonicera hypoglauca, possesses distinct morphological features across its various structures. The leaves are typically arranged along the stems, providing the essential surface area for photosynthesis. Its reproductive cycle is marked by the development of flower buds, which precede the emergence of the flowers. These flowers are characteristic of the honeysuckle genus, often serving as a central focus for both botanical study and traditional medicinal applications.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower buds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lonicera hypoglauca has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-Hydroxy-5,3',4',5'-tetramethoxyflavone, bioflavonoids, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Hydroxy-5,3',4',5'-tetramethoxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bioflavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lonicera hypoglauca has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Colitis, inflammation.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Colitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |