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Phlomoides mongolica

Phlomoides mongolica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Phlomoides mongolica, is a perennial medicinal herb native to the steppes of East Asia. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant contains unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Its pharmacological potential continues to be explored for its therapeutic properties and contribution to modern herbal remedies.

Family
Lamiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Phlomis Mongolica · Phlomis Mongolica Var. Macrocephala · 1 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Phlomoides mongolica

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It further descends through the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales into the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Phlomoides.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Lamiales WCVP
Family Lamiaceae WCVP
Genus Phlomoides WCVP

Distribution

This plant is native to specific regions within the country of China. Its geographical presence is primarily concentrated in the northern territories. Specifically, it can be found growing across the Inner Mongolia autonomous region. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the China North-Central area. These locations define the natural habitat where the plant thrives.

Region Area Source
China Inner Mongolia WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Phlomoides mongolica, utilizes its underground root as a primary component in traditional medicinal practices. The root serves as a vital storage organ for the plant, accumulating various bioactive compounds that are often extracted for therapeutic purposes. In many pharmacological applications, it is this specific part of the plant that is harvested and processed to harness its potential medicinal properties.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
root Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Phlomoides mongolica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cistanoside B, Phloyoside I.

Chemicals reported in Phlomoides mongolica
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Cistanoside B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Phloyoside I 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cistanoside B

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Phloyoside I

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
root Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆