Phlomoides rotata

Phlomoides rotaata, commonly known as the wheel-leaf phlomoides, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to specific rocky terrains. Renowned for its unique foliage and therapeutic properties, this plant is studied for its bioactive compounds. It holds significant potential in traditional healing practices and modern pharmacological research for various ailments.

  • Scientific name: Phlomoides rotata
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • 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. It is classified within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Phlomoides, specifically the species Phlomoides rotaata.

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

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Phlomoides rotaata, is referred to by several common names in Chinese, including 独一味 (zh), 独一味 (zh-hans), and 独一味 (zh-cn).
Language Common Name Source
zh 独一味 Wikidata
zh-hans 独一味 Wikidata
zh-cn 独一味 Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found spanning from the South-Central areas to the North-Central provinces. Its presence is also documented in the high-altitude territories of Qinghai and Tibet. Beyond mainland China, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, it inhabits the rugged terrain of the East Himalaya region.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China Qinghai WCVP
China Tibet WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Nepal WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Phlomoides rotaata, possesses a distinct morphology characterized by its various structural components. The underground and aerial parts work in tandem to support the organism's growth and survival in its natural habitat. The roots serve as a vital foundation, anchoring the plant and absorbing essential nutrients from the soil. Emerging from this base is the stem, which provides the necessary structural framework to elevate the plant's organs toward sunlight. Finally, the leaves extend from the stem, functioning as the primary site for photosynthesis to fuel the plant's medicinal properties.
Total parts
10
Scientific sources
14
Plant Part Sources Confidence
leaves 3 ★★☆☆☆
roots 2 ★☆☆☆☆
Roots 2 ★☆☆☆☆
underground and aerial parts 1 ★☆☆☆☆
stem- 1 ★☆☆☆☆
root- 1 ★☆☆☆☆
leaf 1 ★☆☆☆☆
grass 1 ★☆☆☆☆
aerial parts 1 ★☆☆☆☆
aerial and underground parts 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Phlomoides rotata has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 28 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,3-secoporrigenin, 8-epideoxyloganic acid, agnuside, barlerin, biochanin A.

Total chemicals
28
Scientific sources
28

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
2,3-secoporrigenin 1 ★☆☆☆☆
8-epideoxyloganic acid 1 ★☆☆☆☆
agnuside 1 ★☆☆☆☆
barlerin 1 ★☆☆☆☆
biochanin A 1 ★☆☆☆☆
butanoate 1 ★☆☆☆☆
catalpin 1 ★☆☆☆☆
chrysosplenol D 1 ★☆☆☆☆
dihydrocoumarin 1 ★☆☆☆☆
feretoside 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Phlomoides rotata has 5 reported activities identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant, Hemostatic, Antitumor, Hepatoprotective.

Total activities
5
Scientific sources
13

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Analgesic 4 ★★☆☆☆
Antioxidant 3 ★★☆☆☆
Hemostatic 3 ★★☆☆☆
Antitumor 2 ★☆☆☆☆
Hepatoprotective 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Phlomoides rotata has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, inflammation, tumor.

Total uses
3
Scientific sources
7

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
analgesic 3 ★★☆☆☆
inflammation 2 ★☆☆☆☆
tumor 2 ★☆☆☆☆