Mesostemma dichotomum var. lanceolatum
Mesostemma dichotomum var. lanceolatum, commonly known as a medicinal climber, is a significant botanical species valued in traditional healing practices. Characterized by its distinctive lanceolate leaves, this plant is utilized for its unique phytochemical properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in treating various ailments through its diverse bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Mesostemma dichotomum var. lanceolatum
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Caryophyllales and the family Caryophyllaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Mesostemma as the variety lanceolatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mesostemma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range across East Asia and parts of Central Asia. In China, it can be found growing within the regions of Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. Its distribution also extends into the China North-Central area. Additionally, the species is documented as being present within the borders of Mongolia. Together, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal variety thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Mesostemma dichotomom var. lanceolatum, utilizes its roots as a vital component for nutrient absorption and stability within its ecological niche. In many medicinal species of this type, the roots serve as a primary site for the accumulation of bioactive secondary metabolites, which are often the focus of traditional pharmacological studies. By anchoring the plant and drawing essential minerals from the soil, the roots support the overall physiological health required for the synthesis of the plant's therapeutic compounds.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Mesostemma dichotomum var. lanceolatum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifebrile, Vasodilator.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifebrile | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vasodilator | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |