Phellodendron chinense
Phelloodendron chinense, commonly known as Chuanlian, is a significant medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. Renowned for its potent bitter properties, it is primarily used to clear heat, detoxify the body, and expel dampness. Its bioactive alkaloids make it a vital resource for treating inflammation and various febrile conditions.
- Scientific name: Phellodendron chinense
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Phelloedron and the specific species Phelloedron chinense.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phellodendron | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Phellodendron chinense, is known by various common names across different linguistic regions, reflecting its significant role in traditional medicine. In Chinese, it is widely referred to as 川黄檗 (zh-hans), 川黃檗 (zh-hant), 川黃檗 (zh-hk), and 川黄檗 (zh). Additionally, in Thailand, it is known by the name กวนหวงป้อ (th).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 川黄檗 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 川黃檗 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 川黃檗 | Wikidata |
| zh | 川黄檗 | Wikidata |
| th | กวนหวงป้อ | Wikidata |
| bg | китайски фелодендрон | Wikidata |
| tr | Çin mantar ağacı | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 川黄檗 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 川黄檗 | Wikidata |
| es | Phellodendron chinense var. falcatum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several key regions within the country. Its natural habitat can be found throughout China South-Central. Additionally, the species is widely distributed in China North-Central. It also flourishes across the diverse landscapes of China Southeast. Together, these areas define the primary geographical range of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Phellodendron chinense, utilizes several of its anatomical structures for medicinal purposes. The therapeutic properties are primarily derived from the bark, which is often harvested as a dried, yellowish-brown material. While the stems serve as the structural framework for the plant's growth, the medicinal potency is most concentrated within the protective layers of the bark. Additionally, the underground system includes hairy roots that assist in nutrient absorption and stability within its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hairy roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Phellodendron chinense has 20 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include berberine, Berberine, Berberine hydrochloride, Columbamine, Coptisine.
- Total chemicals
- 20
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| berberine | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Berberine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Berberine hydrochloride | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Columbamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coptisine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| F-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| F-5 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| F-7 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| F-8 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-acetyl-L-leucine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Phellodendron chinense has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phellodendron chinense has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abdominal pain, atopic dermatitis, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, tumor.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atopic dermatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastroenteritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |