Pulsatilla ambigua
Pulsatilla ambigua, commonly known as the Pasque flower, is a resilient perennial herb prized in traditional herbalism. Native to specific temperate regions, this plant is celebrated for its unique therapeutic properties. It is often utilized in holistic practices to address various ailments, offering a natural approach to wellness and vitality.
- Scientific name: Pulsatilla ambigua
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, it is identified under the genus Pulsatilla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pulsatilla | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pulsatilla ambigua, is referred to by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is commonly called 蒙古白头翁 (zh), 蒙古白头翁 (zh-hans), and 蒙古白头翁 (zh-cn). In Mongolian, the plant is known as Хөх яргуй (mn), while in Swedish, it is referred to as altajbacksippa (sv).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 蒙古白头翁 | Wikidata |
| sv | altajbacksippa | Wikidata |
| mn | Хөх яргуй | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 蒙古白头翁 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 蒙古白头翁 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白头翁 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白头翁茎叶 | Wikidata |
| zh | 虱草花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白头翁花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Pulsatilla ambigua, exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the diverse regions of Siberia. Its presence is documented across several key territories, starting with the Altai mountains. The species also thrives within the borders of Buryatia and the Chita region. Furthermore, its natural habitat extends into the vast landscapes of the Irkutsk oblast. Finally, the plant can be found growing in the Krasnoyarsk territory, completing its Siberian range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pulsatilla ambigua has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |