Paris yunnanensis
Paris yunnanensis, commonly known as Yunnan Paris, is a significant medicinal herb native to high-altitude regions of China. Renowned in traditional medicine, it contains bioactive alkaloids used to treat inflammation, fever, and various infections. This potent plant plays a vital role in herbal pharmacology and holistic healing practices.
- Scientific name: Paris yunnanensis
- Family: Melanthiaceae
- 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 Liliales, it is classified under the family Melanthiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Paris, specifically as the species Paris yunnanensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Melanthiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Paris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Paris yunnanensis, is known by several different names depending on the regional linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to by the common names 云南重楼 (zh), 云南重楼 (zh-hans), and 云南重楼 (zh-cn), as well as the traditional characters 雲南重樓 (zh-tw). Additionally, it is also frequently identified by the name 滇重楼 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 云南重楼 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 云南重楼 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 云南重楼 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 雲南重樓 | Wikidata |
| zh | 滇重楼 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. In China, it can be found growing throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range also extends northward into the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species is documented within the state of Assam. Additionally, it is widely distributed throughout the East Himalaya region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known for its significant medicinal value, possesses a complex underground structure consisting of thick rhizomes that serve as its primary storage organs. These rhizome structures are often harvested for their active compounds, forming a vital part of the plant's medicinal profile. From these underground parts, a network of roots extends into the soil to anchor the plant and absorb nutrients. Above the ground, the plant develops distinct stems that provide structural support, which in turn bear the large, characteristic leaves essential for photosynthesis.- Total parts
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 34
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizome | 8 | ★★★★☆ |
| rhizomes | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| leaves | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| stems | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| roots | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rhizoma Paridis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomatous perennial woody plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Paris yunnanensis has 10 reported activities identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Analgesic, Antitumor, Cytotoxic, Hemostatic.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemostatic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Osteogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Paris yunnanensis has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include acne, acne vulgaris, hemostatic, inflammation, viral diseases.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acne | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acne vulgaris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemostatic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| viral diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |