Hong Kong Milkwort
Polygala hongkongensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Hong Kong Milkwort, scientifically known as Polygala hongkongensis, is a versatile medicinal herb native to East Asia. Traditionally used in Chinese medicine, it is highly valued for its ability to clear heat, transform phlegm, and soothe the lungs. This potent botanical plays a vital role in supporting respiratory health.
- Family
- Polygalaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Hong Kong Milkwort
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Hong Kong Milkwort
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Polygala hongkongensisSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Polygalaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Polygala.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Polygalaceae |
| Genus | Polygala |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Polygala hongkongensis, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of China. It can be found growing within the South-Central part of the country. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the Southeast region of China. Its range also extends significantly westward into the Xinjiang province. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various geographical settings across the nation.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
| China | Xinjiang |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Polygala hongkongensis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Euxanthone, Flavonoids, Glomeratose D, Hongkongenin, Tenuifoliside A.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Euxanthone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glomeratose D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hongkongenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tenuifoliside A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-Hydroxybenzoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Euxanthone
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Flavonoids
- Natural product research
Glomeratose D
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Hongkongenin
- Natural product research
Tenuifoliside A
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica