Microula sikkimensis
Microula sikkimensis, commonly known as the Sikkimese Microula, is a rare medicinal herb native to the high-altitude Himalayan regions. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in ethnic medicine to treat various ailments, offering significant potential for pharmacological research and natural healing advancements.
- Scientific name: Microula sikkimensis
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Microula sikkimensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Microula.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Microula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Microula sikkimensis, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 微孔草 (zh), which is also the standard name used in mainland China (zh-cn) and Taiwan (zh-tw). Additionally, it is sometimes referred to by the name 野菠菜 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 微孔草 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 微孔草 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 微孔草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 野菠菜 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several key regions of Asia. In China, its presence is recorded within the South-Central and North-Central territories. Furthermore, the species can be found in the high-altitude areas of Qinghai and Tibet. Beyond China, it extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the East Himalaya region. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various mountainous ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Microula sikkimensis, is a medicinal herb known for its unique chemical composition, where the most significant component for therapeutic use is derived from its total oil. This essential oil, extracted from the plant's biomass, contains a complex mixture of bioactive compounds that contribute to its traditional medicinal properties. The concentration and quality of this total oil are vital indicators of the plant's potency, as they drive its various pharmacological activities in herbal applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| total oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Microula sikkimensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include MDA, cholesterol, triglyceride.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| MDA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triglyceride | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Microula sikkimensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hyperlipemia.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hyperlipemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |