Nardostachys
Nardostachys, commonly known as Spikenard, is a highly prized medicinal herb sourced from the Himalayan foothills. Renowned for its intense, earthy aroma, this plant yields essential oils used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and perfumery. It serves as a powerful sedative and digestive aid, celebrated for its profound healing properties.
- Scientific name: Nardostachys
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Dipsacales, it is classified under the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Nardostachys.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nardostachys | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central and North-Central provinces. Additionally, it can be found growing in the high-altitude terrains of Qinghai and Tibet. Beyond the Chinese borders, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, it is documented to inhabit the lush landscapes of Assam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Nardostachys has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |