Ostericum citriodorum
Ostericum citriodorum, commonly known as Lemon-scented Ostericum, is a distinctive medicinal herb prized for its aromatic properties. Renowned for its citrus-like fragrance, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to support digestive health and alleviate inflammation, offering a potent natural solution for holistic wellness and therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Ostericum citriodorum
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Ostericum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ostericum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ostericum citriodorum, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 隔山香, 柠檬香碱草, and 前胡, with the specific designation 隔山香 also being used in both simplified and traditional Chinese contexts (zh-cn and zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 隔山香 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 隔山香 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 隔山香 | Wikidata |
| zh | 柠檬香碱草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 正香前胡 | Wikidata |
| zh | 华西小石积 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Ostericum citriodorum, exhibits a specific and localized geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily documented within the borders of China. Within this country, its distribution is concentrated in the southeastern regions. This specific area provides the environmental conditions necessary for the species to thrive. Consequently, the plant is considered an endemic feature of the Chinese Southeast landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ostericum citriodorum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isoapiole.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Isoapiole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ostericum citriodorum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abdominal pain, angina pectoris.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| angina pectoris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |