Peucedanum huangshanense
Peucedanum huangshanense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Peucedanum huauangshanense, is a rare medicinal herb native to China's mountain regions. Renowned in traditional practices, this plant contains bioactive compounds valued for their therapeutic potential. Researchers are currently exploring its pharmacological properties to uncover new applications in treating inflammation and various metabolic health conditions.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Peucedanum huangshanenseSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Apiales and is a member of the family Apiaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Peucedanum, and its species name, Peucedanum huangshanense.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Peucedanum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specialized species with a very specific range of occurrence. Its natural habitat is limited to the southeastern region of China. Within this geographical area, it thrives in particular ecological niches. Because of this localized presence, it is considered a regional flora of Southeast China. Consequently, its distribution remains concentrated within these specific Chinese territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Peucedanum huangshanense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Coumarins
- Frontiers in plant science