Scutellaria tsinyunensis
Scutelariia tsinyunenensis, commonly known as Tsinyun Scutellaria, is a significant medicinal herb native to East Asia. Renowned for its rich flavonoid content, particularly baicalin, this plant is extensively utilized in traditional medicine to combat inflammation, reduce fever, and provide antioxidant support, offering promising therapeutic potential in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Scutellaria tsinyunensis
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Lamiaceae and is identified 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, known scientifically as Scutellaria tsinjunensis, is referred to by the common name 缙云黄芩 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 缙云黄芩 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to a specific region within the Asian continent. Its primary geographical distribution is concentrated in China. More specifically, it is found throughout the South-Central part of the country. This localized range indicates that the species thrives in the particular climates found there. Consequently, researchers focusing on this species typically conduct their field studies in these Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Scutellaria tsinjunensis, possesses distinct morphological characteristics across its various components. The stem typically grows in an upright or ascending manner, providing the necessary structural support for its foliage and flowering stalks. Its root system serves as a vital anchor in the soil while acting as a primary site for nutrient and water storage. The leaves are arranged along the stem, contributing to the plant's photosynthetic capacity and housing the bioactive compounds that define its medicinal properties.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Scutellaria tsinyunensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |