Lysionotus pauciflorus

Lysionotus pauciflorus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Lysionotus pauciflorus, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, it contains potent bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Understanding its botanical characteristics and chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological applications.

Family
Gesneriaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Lysionotus pauciflorus

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Gesneriaceae, falling under the genus Lysionotus with the specific species Lysionotus pauciflorus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Gesneriaceae
Genus Lysionotus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions of East Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central and North-Central provinces. It can also be found growing in the Southeast regions of the country and on the island of Hainan. Beyond the mainland, its habitat extends to the neighboring island nation of Japan. Collectively, these locations highlight its significant range throughout Eastern Asia.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China Hainan
China China North-Central
China China Southeast
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Taiwan
Indo-China Vietnam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Lysionotus pauciflorus is characterized by its distinct growth form as a tree, exhibiting a robust and structural development. This species possesses a woody nature, featuring persistent lignified tissues that provide the necessary stability and strength for its arboreal habit.

Growth form :
tree
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Lysionotus pauciflorus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Nevadensin, Verbascoside.

Chemicals reported in Lysionotus pauciflorus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Nevadensin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Verbascoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Nevadensin

  1. Journal of chromatography. A

Verbascoside

  1. Phytochemistry

Conditions

Lysionotus pauciflorus has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include diarrhea, ferroptosis, food hypersensitivity.

Conditions investigated for Lysionotus pauciflorus
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Diarrhea 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ferroptosis 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Food hypersensitivity 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Diarrhea

  1. Food & function

Ferroptosis

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Food hypersensitivity

  1. Food & function

Preparations

Lysionotus pauciflorus has 3 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include PEG-MAE, conventional heating reflux extraction (HRE), organic solvent-MAE.

Preparations reported for Lysionotus pauciflorus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Peg-mae 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Conventional heating reflux extraction (hre) 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Organic solvent-mae 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Peg-mae

  1. Journal of chromatography. A

Conventional heating reflux extraction (hre)

  1. Journal of chromatography. A

Organic solvent-mae

  1. Journal of chromatography. A