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Mukdenia rossii

Mukdenia rossii, commonly known as Mukdenia, is a perennial herb highly valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Its rhizomes contain bioactive compounds with potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hemostatic properties. Frequently used to treat bleeding disorders and skin inflammations, this medicinal plant serves as a vital natural remedy in herbal pharmacology.

  • Scientific name: Mukdenia rossii
  • Family: Saxifragaceae
  • 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 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.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Saxifragales WCVP
Family Saxifragaceae WCVP
Genus Mukdenia WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Mukdenia rossii, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Simplified Chinese (zh-hans), Traditional Chinese (zh-han-t), Chinese as used in Hong Kong (zh-hk), and general Chinese (zh), it is commonly called 槭叶草. In Korean (ko), it is known as 돌단풍.
Language Common Name Source
zh-hans 槭叶草 Wikidata
zh-hant 槭葉草 Wikidata
zh-hk 槭葉草 Wikidata
ko 돌단풍 Wikidata
zh 槭叶草 Wikidata
pl Mukdenia Rossa Wikidata
fi vaahtera-angervo Wikidata
zh 腊八菜 Wikidata
zh 爬山虎 Wikidata
zh 丹顶草 Wikidata

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.

Region Area Source
China Manchuria WCVP
Eastern Asia Korea WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, commonly known in traditional medicine as Mukdenia, utilizes its roots as the primary component for therapeutic applications. The medicinal properties are concentrated within the rhizomes and roots, which are harvested, processed, and dried to be used in various herbal formulations. These root structures are valued for their specific chemical constituents, making them a vital part of the plant's medicinal profile.
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