Polygonatum verticillatum
Polygonatum verticillatum, commonly known as Solomon's Seal, is a perennial herb prized in traditional medicine. Featuring elegant, bell-shaped flowers and arching stems, it is widely utilized in East Asian practices to nourish Yin, moisten lungs, and alleviate dryness. This versatile plant remains a cornerstone of herbal wellness and botanical studies.
- Scientific name: Polygonatum verticillatum
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Polygonatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Polygonatum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide range of distribution across several distinct European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It can also be found growing throughout the landscapes of Great Britain. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species is located in Middle Europe. Specifically, its range extends into the country of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Chemicals
Polygonatum verticillatum has 31 reported phytochemicals identified across 31 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr.
- Total chemicals
- 31
- Scientific sources
- 31
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hydroxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ca | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cd | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Co | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cr | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Na | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ni | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Polygonatum verticillatum has 6 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antispasmodic, Appetite-Suppressant, Energizer, Tonic.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Appetite-Suppressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Energizer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tonic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tracheorelaxant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Polygonatum verticillatum has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include DNA damage, appetite, diarrhea, edema, inflammation.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| DNA damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| appetite | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |