Meeboldia delavayi
Meeboldia delavayi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Meeboldia delaavayi, scientifically known as Meeboldia delaavayi, is a medicinal plant prized in traditional herbal medicine. Often found in specific ecological niches, this species is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers study it for its potential therapeutic applications, aiming to harness its natural bioactive compounds for healing.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root · Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Meeboldia Yunnanensis · Pleurospermum Cruciatum · 6 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Meeboldia delavayiSynonyms
- Meeboldia yunnanensis
- Pleurospermum cruciatum
- Sinodielsia cuneata
- Sinodielsia delavayi
- Sinodielsia yunnanensis
- Peucedanum delavayi
- Physospermopsis cruciata
- Physospermopsis cuneata
Sources: Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Meeboldia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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 |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Tibet |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Meeboldia delavayi has 2 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root, rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
- International journal of molecular medicine
Rhizome
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Chemicals
Meeboldia delavayi has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sinodielide A.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Sinodielide A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Sinodielide A
- International journal of molecular medicine
Activities
Meeboldia delavayi has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Analgesic
- International journal of molecular medicine
Antipyretic
- International journal of molecular medicine
Preparations
Meeboldia delavayi has 1 reported preparations identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include root.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- International journal of molecular medicine