Panax bipinnatifidus var. bipinnatifidus
Panax bipinnatifidus var. bipinnatifidus, commonly known as American Ginseng, is a highly valued perennial herb native to North American forests. Renowned for its adaptogenic properties, this medicinal plant is widely utilized in traditional and modern herbal medicine to enhance cognitive function, reduce stress, and support overall immune health.
- Scientific name: Panax bipinnatifidus var. bipinnatifidus
- Family: Araliaceae
- 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. It is classified within the order Apiales and the family Araliaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Panax as the variety Panax bipinnatifidus var. bipinnatifidus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Araliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Panax | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range spanning across several distinct regions of Asia. Within China, it is widely distributed through the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast provinces. Its presence is also notable in the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet. Additionally, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the East Himalaya region. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in varied mountainous and subtropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Panax bipinnatifidus var. bipinnatifidus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ginsenosides.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ginsenosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |