Phanera aurea
Phanera aurea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (18 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Phanera aurea, scientifically known as Phanera aurea, is a magnificent climbing woody vine celebrated in tropical landscapes. Renowned for its vibrant, golden-yellow blooms, this botanical treasure is highly valued in traditional medicine. Its various parts are utilized for their therapeutic properties, offering significant potential in holistic healing practices.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Bauhinia Aurea
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Phanera aureaSynonyms
- Bauhinia aurea
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is a member of the Fabaceae family. Its specific taxonomic designation is found within the genus Phanera.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Phanera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the Asian continent. Its presence is notably documented across various regions of China. Specifically, it can be found inhabiting the China South-Central area. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout China Southeast. These locations define the primary natural habitats for this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Phanera aurea has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-catechin, (-)-Epicatechin, (-)-Epicatechin-3-O-gallate, 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzoic acid, 4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-catechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Epicatechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Epicatechin-3-O-gallate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Astilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daucosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ETHYL GALLATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(+)-catechin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
(-)-Epicatechin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
(-)-Epicatechin-3-O-gallate
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
3-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzoic acid
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Astilbin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Daucosterol
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
ETHYL GALLATE
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Preparations
Phanera aurea has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include 90% ethanolic extract, ethanolic extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 90% ethanolic extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethanolic extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
90% ethanolic extract
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Ethanolic extract
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica