Phlojodicarpus sibiricus

Phlojodicarpus sibiricus, commonly known as Siberian Phlojodicarpus, is a unique medicinal plant native to East Asian regions. Valued in traditional herbal practices, it possesses diverse bioactive compounds. Researchers are currently exploring its potential therapeutic properties, particularly for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, to support modern pharmacological developments.

  • Scientific name: Phlojodicarpus sibiricus
  • Family: Apiaceae
  • 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 Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Phlojodicarpus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Apiales WCVP
Family Apiaceae WCVP
Genus Phlojodicarpus WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Phlojodicarpus sibiricus, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Azerbaijani, it is called Sibir şişmeyvəsi, while in Chinese, it is known through several designations including 胀果芹, 胀果芹 (simplified), and 胀果芹 (Mainland China), as well as the name 焰爵床.
Language Common Name Source
az Sibir şişmeyvəsi Wikidata
zh 胀果芹 Wikidata
zh-hans 胀果芹 Wikidata
zh-cn 胀果芹 Wikidata
zh 焰爵床 Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the vast expanse of Siberia. Its presence is documented across several key administrative regions including Buryatiya and Chita. Furthermore, the species can be found thriving in the territories of Irkutsk and Krasnoyarsk. The distribution also extends further north into the remote areas of Yakutiya. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's affinity for the diverse Siberian landscape.

Region Area Source
Siberia Buryatiya WCVP
Siberia Chita WCVP
Siberia Irkutsk WCVP
Siberia Krasnoyarsk WCVP
Siberia Yakutiya WCVP
Russian Far East Amur WCVP
Russian Far East Khabarovsk WCVP
China Inner Mongolia WCVP
China Manchuria WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, known scientifically as Phlojodicarpus sibiricus, possesses significant therapeutic potential primarily concentrated within its root extracts. While the entire structure of the plant contributes to its biological identity, the chemical compounds responsible for its medicinal properties are most potent when derived from the roots. These extracts are often studied for their bioactive constituents, which are harvested through specialized processing to harness the plant's natural healing capabilities.
Total parts
1
Scientific sources
1
Plant Part Sources Confidence
Root Extracts 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Phlojodicarpus sibiricus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Osthenol, coumarin.

Total chemicals
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Osthenol 1 ★☆☆☆☆
coumarin 1 ★☆☆☆☆