Semiaquilegia adoxoides
Muskroot-like semiaquilegia
Semiaquilegia adoxoides, commonly known as the slender clematis, is a rare medicinal plant found in specific woodland habitats. Valued for its unique phytochemical properties, it holds significant potential in traditional healing practices. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds to unlock new therapeutic possibilities for modern pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Semiaquilegia adoxoides
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Semiaquilegia adoxoides, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ranunculales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae and the genus Semiaquilegia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Semiaquilegia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Semiaquilegia adoxoides, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is referred to as 天葵 (zh, zh-tw, zh-cn), while in Japanese, it is called ヒメウズ (ja), and in Korean, it is known as 개구리발톱 (ko).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 天葵 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 天葵 | Wikidata |
| ja | ヒメウズ | Wikidata |
| ko | 개구리발톱 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 天葵 | Wikidata |
| mnc | ᠠᠪᡠᠴᡳ ᡳᠯᡥᠠ | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 天葵 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 天葵 | Wikidata |
| en | muskroot-like semiaquilegia | Wikidata |
| zh | 千年耗子屎 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions within East Asia. In China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast provinces. Beyond mainland China, the species is also found naturally occurring in Japan. Additionally, its range extends into the Korean peninsula. Together, these areas define the specific geographical footprint of Semiaquilegia adoxoides.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Semiaquilegia adoxoides, possesses a specialized morphological structure that facilitates its growth in specific habitats. The underground system begins with a primary root and a network of roots that anchor the organism and absorb essential nutrients. Interconnecting these is a rhizome, which allows for vegetative propagation and serves as a storage organ. Within the vascular tissue, the xylem plays a critical role in the upward conduction of water and minerals from the soil to the rest of the plant. While the entire organism contributes to its biological functions, the specific medicinal parts are the focus of pharmacological interest, containing the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use.- Total parts
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| xylem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| medicinal parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fleshy tap root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| enlarged root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Semiaquilegia adoxoides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include griffonilide, lithospermoside, magnoflorine.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| griffonilide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lithospermoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| magnoflorine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Semiaquilegia adoxoides has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cataract.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cataract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |