Scutellaria multicaulis
Scutelariia multicaudis, commonly known as multiple-stemmed skullcap, is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional practices. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it serves as a potent agent in treating inflammation, fever, and respiratory ailments. This plant offers significant therapeutic potential for supporting neurological health and overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Scutellaria multicaulis
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it falls under the family Lamiaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Scutellaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Scutellaria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Scutellaria multicaulis, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as multi-stemmed skullcap, while in Chinese, it is known as 丛生黄芩 (cóng shēng huáng qín).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across parts of Western Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. Within the region of Western Asia, it can be found growing in Afghanistan and Iran. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, its presence extends into the country of Pakistan. Furthermore, it is widely distributed throughout the West Himalaya region. These locations highlight the distinct environmental niches where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Scutellaria multicaudis, is a medicinal species where various components may hold therapeutic potential, but specific pharmacological interest often focuses on the stem extract. While the leaves and flowers are frequently studied for their bioactive compounds, the chemical constituents isolated from the stem extract are particularly noted for their contribution to the plant's overall medicinal profile. By processing the woody or herbaceous structure of the stem, researchers can identify specific alkaloids or flavonoids that define the plant's traditional healing properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scutellaria multicaulis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include baicalein, chrysin, wogonin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| baicalein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chrysin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wogonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Scutellaria multicaulis has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Apoptotic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Apoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Scutellaria multicaulis has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, anxiety, constipation, infections, wounds.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiety | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| constipation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |