Physochlaina infundibularis
Physochlaina infundibularis, commonly known as the funnel-shaped physochlaina, is a unique medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, it contains bioactive compounds traditionally used to treat inflammatory conditions and infections. Understanding its chemical properties is essential for developing future pharmacological treatments and herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Physochlaina infundibularis
- Family: Solanaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered as Solanales and placed in the family Solanaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Physochlaina, with the species name infundibularis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Solanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Physochlaina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Physochlaina infundibularis, is known by several distinct common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by multiple names, including 漏斗泡囊草, 华山参, 大紫参, 漏斗脬囊草, and 二月旺.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 漏斗泡囊草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 华山参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大紫参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 漏斗脬囊草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 二月旺 | Wikidata |
| zh | 秦参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大红参 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is found within specific regions of China. Its distribution includes the North-Central part of the country. Additionally, it can be located throughout China Southeast. These two distinct areas represent its primary geographical range. Therefore, its presence is concentrated in these specific Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Physochlaina infundibularis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include N-acetyl convolicine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| N-acetyl convolicine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Physochlaina infundibularis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include spasms.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| spasms | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |