Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia
Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia, commonly known as golden root or rose root, is a resilient perennial herb native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its adaptogenic properties, this medicinal plant has been utilized in traditional medicine to enhance mental clarity, reduce fatigue, and bolster the body's natural resistance to physical stress.
- Scientific name: Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia
- Family: Crassulaceae
- 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. Within the order Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Crassulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Rhodiola.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Crassulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rhodiola | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic context and regional usage. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 菊叶红景天 (zh), 菊叶红景天 (zh-hans), or 菊叶红景天 (zh-cn), while it is also identified by the name 菊叶景天 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 菊叶红景天 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 菊叶红景天 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 菊叶红景天 | Wikidata |
| zh | 菊叶景天 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across high-altitude regions of Asia. In China, its presence is documented within the South-Central provinces as well as the Qinghai region. It is also found extensively throughout the plateau of Tibet. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, the species inhabits the rugged terrain of the East Himalaya. Furthermore, its geographical range extends into the mountainous landscapes of Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include salidroside.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| salidroside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |