pyrrosia
Pyrrosia petiolosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Pyrrosia, scientifically known as Pyrrosia petiolosa, is a fascinating fern species often valued in traditional medicinal practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal applications offers valuable insights into the diverse world of natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Polypodiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Pyrrosia
- Scientific synonyms
- Polypodium Petiolosum · Niphobolus Petiolosus · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- pyrrosia
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pyrrosia petiolosaSynonyms
- Polypodium petiolosum
- Niphobolus petiolosus
- Cyclophorus petiolosus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic descent places it in the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, specifically within the family Polypodiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Pyrrosiia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Polypodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Polypodiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pyrrosia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is documented within the Khabarovsk and Primorye territories. Its range extends significantly into China, where it can be found throughout the South-Central regions. Furthermore, the species is established in the northern parts of China, specifically within Inner Mongolia. Finally, it is also widely distributed across the Manchuria region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pyrrosia petiolosa has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Anthraquinones, Phenols, Saponins, Steroids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthraquinones | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
- Frontiers in plant science
Anthraquinones
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Phenols
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Saponins
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Steroids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Terpenoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Activities
Pyrrosia petiolosa has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| N-butanol fraction | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous fraction | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanol extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate fraction | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| petroleum ether fraction | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |