Meeboldia delavayi
Meeboldia delavayi, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a significant plant species within the Apocynaceae family. Native to specific arid regions, it is highly valued in traditional medicine for its unique bioactive compounds. This plant holds great potential for pharmacological research and sustainable therapeutic applications in herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Meeboldia delavayi
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Apiales, it is further categorized into the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Meeboldia, specifically as the species Meeboldia delaavayi.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Meeboldia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across parts of East and South Asia. Within China, it is primarily found in the South-Central regions of the country. Its presence extends further into the high-altitude terrains of Tibet as well. Additionally, the species can be located within the Indian Subcontinent, specifically in Nepal. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in varied Asian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Meeboldia delaavayi, is a medicinal species where various subterranean structures are utilized for its therapeutic properties. The primary active components are often derived from the rhizome, which serves as a nutrient-storing organ essential to its growth. In pharmacological contexts, the term radix is frequently applied to describe the medicinal roots harvested for extraction. Whether referred to specifically as the root or more broadly as the subterranean mass, these parts contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its traditional healing applications.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| radix | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Meeboldia delavayi has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |