Schnabelia tetradonta

Schnabelia tetradonta, commonly known as a unique medicinal shrub, is a botanical treasure often found in specific ecological niches. Renowned for its distinct morphological features, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds, seeking to unlock its potential for developing novel therapeutic treatments.

  • Scientific name: Schnabelia tetradonta
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, falling into the genus Schnabelia. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined as Schnabelia tetraodontata.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Lamiales WCVP
Family Lamiaceae WCVP
Genus Schnabelia WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Schnabelia tetradonta, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Four-toothed Schnabelia, while in Spanish, it is known as Schnabelia de cuatro dientes.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Schnabelia tetradonta, exhibits a specific and localized geographical range. Its distribution is primarily concentrated within the regional landscapes of China. More specifically, the species can be found throughout the South-Central portion of the country. This particular area provides the environmental conditions necessary for its natural growth and survival. Consequently, its habitat remains limited to these specific South-Central Chinese territories.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Schnabelia tetradonta, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the leaves, stems, and flowers, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the plant's medicinal properties while ensuring the root system remains intact within the soil.
Total parts
1
Scientific sources
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Plant Part Sources Confidence
aerial parts 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Schnabelia tetradonta has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 21-O-beta-d-glucopyranosyl-3beta,21alpha,30-trihydroxyolean-13(18)-en-24-oic acid.

Total chemicals
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
21-O-beta-d-glucopyranosyl-3beta,21alpha,30-trihydroxyolean-13(18)-en-24-oic acid 1 ★☆☆☆☆