Psammosilene tunicoides
Psammosilene tunicoides, commonly known as a medicinal herb, is a specialized plant species found in unique sandy environments. Valued for its diverse phytochemical profile, it holds significant potential in ethnobotany. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for their therapeutic properties, aiming to unlock new advancements in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Psammosilene tunicoides
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, it falls under the family Caryophyllaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Psammosilene.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Psammosilene | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Psammosilene tunicoides, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese (zh), it is referred to by the names 金铁锁, 金丝矮坨坨, and 独钉子. Specifically, in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn), it is known as 金铁锁, while in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw), it is also called 金铁锁.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 金铁锁 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 金铁锁 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 金铁锁 | Wikidata |
| zh | 金丝矮坨坨 | Wikidata |
| zh | 独钉子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 昆明沙参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 独定子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 土人参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 金铁锁 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across parts of Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in the South-Central regions. Additionally, its habitat extends into the high-altitude areas of Tibet. The species also reaches into the Indo-China region. Specifically, one of its notable locations is found in Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Psammosilene tunicoides, possesses a specialized underground structure essential for its survival in sandy environments. The primary structure consists of a central root system that anchors the specimen firmly into the substrate. As the plant develops, it produces fine, hairy roots that extend outward to increase surface area, allowing for more efficient nutrient and water absorption from the loose soil. These delicate roots play a crucial role in the plant's overall physiological health and medicinal potency.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hairy roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Psammosilene tunicoides has 18 reported phytochemicals identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gypsogenin, quillaic acid, OA, Oxalic acid, alpha-spinasterol.
- Total chemicals
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gypsogenin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quillaic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxalic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-spinasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyclo(-Pro-Ala-) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyclo(-Pro-Pro-) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyclo(-Pro-Val-) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Psammosilene tunicoides has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Psammosilene tunicoides has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |