Sargentodoxa cuneata
Sargentodoxa cuneata, commonly known as Sargentodoxa, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional systems like Ayurveda. Renowned for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its roots are extensively utilized to treat various ailments, including skin disorders and infections, making it a vital subject in modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Sargentodoxa cuneata
- Family: Lardizabalaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ranunculales, it is placed in the family Lardizabalaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Sargentodoxa, specifically as the species Sargentodoxa cunearata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Lardizabalaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sargentodoxa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sargentodoxa cuneata, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Japanese, it is called サルゲントカズラ, while in Croatian, it is simply known as Sargentodoxa. In Chinese-speaking regions, it is widely recognized by the name 大血藤, which is used consistently across the zh, zh-cn, and zh-tw language codes.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | サルゲントカズラ | Wikidata |
| hr | Sargentodoxa | Wikidata |
| zh | 大血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 大血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 大血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大血藤 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across various regions of East and Southeast Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in the South-Central and North-Central territories. It is also documented in the Southeast regions of China as well as on the island of Hainan. Beyond Chinese borders, its natural habitat extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, the species is known to occur naturally within the country of Laos.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Sargentodoxa cunearata, is characterized by its unique growth habit and distinct morphological features. As a woody climber, it possesses a robust liana stem that allows it to ascend through forest canopies to reach sunlight. The structure of the stem serves as the primary support system for the climbing vine, while the leaves are arranged along the branches to facilitate photosynthesis. These leaves are typically simple and serve as a vital component of the plant's physiological processes, contributing to the overall medicinal profile of the species.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liana stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Sargentodoxa cuneata has 19 reported phytochemicals identified across 19 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-epicatechin, 3,4-dihydroxy-phenylethanol, Anabasine, Chlorogenic Acid, Protocatechuic Acid.
- Total chemicals
- 19
- Scientific sources
- 19
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,4-dihydroxy-phenylethanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anabasine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chlorogenic Acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Protocatechuic Acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salidroside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthraquinones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apocynin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cuneataside E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sargentodoxa cuneata has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include arthritis, rheumatic diseases, rheumatism.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatic diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |