Panax bipinnatifidus
Panax bipinnatifidus, commonly known as the double-pinnatifid ginseng, is a distinctive medicinal herb belonging to the Araliaceae family. Native to specific temperate regions, this species is valued in traditional herbalism for its bioactive compounds, which are believed to offer adaptogenic properties, supporting overall vitality and immune health.
- Scientific name: Panax bipinnatifidus
- Family: Araliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Araliaceae and falls under the genus Panax.
| 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 distribution across several key regions of Asia. In China, it can be found spanning from the South-Central areas to the North-Central territories. Its presence is also well-documented within the Southeast regions of China. Furthermore, the species thrives in the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet. Finally, its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the Assam region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |