Maple-leaf mukdenia

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Maple-leaf mukdenia

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Saxifraga rossii
• Aceriphyllum rossii var. multilobum
• Mukdenia rossii var. multiloba
• Mukdenia rossii f. multiloba
• Aceriphyllum rossii
• Mukdenia acanthifolia

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. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Saxifragales, it is further categorized into the family Saxifragaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Mukdenia, which includes the species Mukdenia rossii.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the specific regions of East Asia. In China, its natural habitat is concentrated in the Manchuria area. Furthermore, its geographical reach extends into the neighboring territory of Korea. These locations represent the core zones where the species can be discovered in the wild. Consequently, the distribution of Mukdenia rossii is closely tied to these specific East Asian landscapes.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Mukdenia rossii is characterized by its growth habit as a perennial herbaceous plant, which is classified as non-woody in nature. The plant typically features creeping rhizomes that allow it to spread across the forest floor. Its leaves are arranged in a basal rosette, appearing simple or occasionally shallowly lobed, with serrated margins and a distinct petiole. The foliage is characterized by a relatively thin, herbaceous texture, consistent with its non-woody status. During its flowering period, the plant produces small, inconspicuous flowers that emerge from the leaf axils or terminal positions on short stalks. The reproductive structures lead to the development of small, fleshy fruits that contain the seeds necessary for propagation.

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Mukdenia rossii has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Archives of pharmacal research
2. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Mukdenia rossii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aceriphyllic acid K.

Aceriphyllic acid K

1. Archives of pharmacal research

Preparations

Mukdenia rossii has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hexane-soluble fraction of the roots.

Hexane-soluble fraction of the roots

1. Journal of natural products