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Polygala karensium var. karensium

Polygala karensium var. karensium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Polygala karensium var. karensium, is a medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal practices. Often recognized for its unique botanical characteristics, this variety is studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its chemical composition and biological activities is essential for exploring its role in natural medicine.

Family
Polygalaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Polygala Congesta · Polygala Lancilimba · 6 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Polygala karensium var. karensium

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, placing it in the family Polygalaceae. Ultimately, the specimen is identified as a member of 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 exhibits a broad geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central and Southeast territories, as well as in the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Its distribution also extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically appearing in the area of Assam. Additionally, the species is documented inhabiting the East Himalaya region. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental niches where the plant thrives.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China Southeast
China Tibet
Indian Subcontinent Assam
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya
Indo-China Laos
Indo-China Myanmar
Indo-China Thailand
Indo-China Vietnam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Polygala karensium var. karensium has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Polygala karensium var. karensium
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

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

Chemicals

Polygala karensium var. karensium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Glucosyringic acid, p-hydroxy benzoic acid, vacciniin.

Chemicals reported in Polygala karensium var. karensium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Glucosyringic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
p-hydroxy benzoic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
vacciniin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Glucosyringic acid

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

p-hydroxy benzoic acid

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

vacciniin

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

Preparations

Polygala karensium var. karensium has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Preparations reported for Polygala karensium var. karensium
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Roots 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Roots

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