Oxytropis chiliophylla
Oxytropis chiliophylla, commonly known as Chilean Oxytropis, is a resilient perennial herb native to the rugged landscapes of Chile. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this plant belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is studied for its unique phytochemical profile, offering potential medicinal properties within its specialized, high-altitude ecological niche.
- Scientific name: Oxytropis chiliophylla
- Family: Fabaceae
- 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 Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. It is further identified by the genus Oxytropis, specifically as the species Oxytropis chiliophylla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Oxytropis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several diverse regions of Asia. In Central Asia, it can be found growing within the borders of Tajikistan. Its range extends into Western Asia, where it is documented in Afghanistan. Moving toward the East, the species is also native to the vast landscapes of Mongolia. Finally, it populates parts of the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within India and Pakistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Oxytropis chiliophylla has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include azukisapogenol, beta-sitosterol, daucosterol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| azukisapogenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |