Polygonatum zanlanscianense
Polygonatum zanlanscianense, commonly known as Solomon's Seal, is a highly valued medicinal herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Native to mountainous regions, its rhizomes are rich in polysaccharides and saponins. It is widely utilized to nourish Yin, replenish fluids, and support kidney health, offering significant therapeutic potential in herbal pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Polygonatum zanlanscianense
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Polygonatum zanlanscianense, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asparagaceae and 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Polygonatum zanlanscianense, is known by several distinct common names depending on the regional language and local vernacular. In Chinese, it is referred to by names such as 湖北黄精 (Húběi huángjīng), 虎其尾 (hǔqǐwěi), 杖藤 (zhàngténg), and 野山姜 (yěshānjiāng).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 湖北黄精 | Wikidata |
| zh | 虎其尾 | Wikidata |
| zh | 杖藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 野山姜 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions within the country. Its geographical distribution primarily encompasses the South-Central part of China. Furthermore, the species can be found extending into the North-Central territories. It also maintains a significant population throughout the Southeast region of China. Consequently, these areas collectively define the natural habitat of Polygonatum zanlanscianense.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Polygonatum zanlanscianense, is highly valued in traditional medicine, particularly for its therapeutic rhizomes. These underground stems are the primary part used for medicinal purposes, as they store essential nutrients and bioactive compounds. When harvested, the fleshy rhizomes are typically processed and dried to be used in various herbal formulations aimed at nourishing the body.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Polygonatum zanlanscianense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumaroyltyramine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumaroyltyramine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Polygonatum zanlanscianense has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihyperglycemic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Polygonatum zanlanscianense has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include infection.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |