Rheum tataricum
Rheum tatsaticum, commonly known as Tatarian rhubarb, is a perennial herb highly valued in traditional medicine. Renowned for its potent rhizomes, it serves as a powerful natural laxative. Rich in anthraquinone glycosides, this plant is widely utilized to support digestive health, stimulate bile production, and promote effective detoxification.
- Scientific name: Rheum tataricum
- Family: Polygonaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Rheum tatricum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Polygonaceae and is specifically identified within the genus Rheum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Polygonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rheum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rheum tataricum, is referred to by various names across different languages and regions. In Chinese, it is commonly called 圆叶大黄 (zh) or 圆叶大黄 (zh-cn). In Arabic, its name is written as راوند تتاري (ar), while in Kazakh, it is known as Түйежапырақ (kk). Additionally, in Polish, the plant is identified as Rabarbar tatarski (pl).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 圆叶大黄 | Wikidata |
| ar | راوند تتاري | Wikidata |
| kk | Түйежапырақ | Wikidata |
| pl | Rabarbar tatarski | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 圆叶大黄 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 圓葉大黃 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within Eastern Europe and Central Asia. In Eastern Europe, its presence is noted throughout Ukraine and spanning across both East and South European Russia. Moving toward Central Asia, the species extends its range into the territory of Kazakhstan. Additionally, it can be found growing within the borders of Uzbekistan. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Rheum tataricum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rheum tatricum, is primarily valued for its underground structures, which contain the concentrated medicinal compounds used in traditional treatments. The most significant parts of the plant are the roots and the thick, fleshy rhizomes. These subterranean organs serve as the storage centers for anthraquinone glycosides, making them the essential components harvested for pharmacological applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rheum tataricum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthraquinones, flavonoids, resveratrol, stilbenes, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthraquinones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resveratrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stilbenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |