Smilax binchuanensis
Smilax binchuanensis, commonly known as a medicinal climbing shrub, is a significant botanical species valued in traditional healing practices. Found primarily in subtropical regions, this plant is utilized for its diverse therapeutic properties, offering potential applications in treating various ailments through its unique bioactive compounds and natural phytochemical constituents.
- Scientific name: Smilax binchuanensis
- Family: Smilacaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Smilax binchuanensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Liliales. Finally, it is a member of the family Smilacaceae and the genus Smilax.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Smilacaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Smilax | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Smilax binchuanenensis, is known by several common names across different linguistic contexts. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 云南肖菝葜 (zh), 云南肖菝葜 (zh-hans), and 云南肖菝葜 (zh-cn), as well as 短柱肖菝葜 (zh) and 云南肖菝葜 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 云南肖菝葜 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 云南肖菝葜 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 云南肖菝葜 | Wikidata |
| zh | 短柱肖菝葜 | Wikidata |
| zh | 云南肖菝葜 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Smilax binchuanensis, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. It is native to the East Asian region, specifically within the borders of China. More narrowly, its presence is concentrated in the South-Central part of the country. Within these specific provinces, the species finds the particular environmental conditions necessary for its growth. Consequently, its distribution is defined by this singular, localized territory in China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Smilax binchuanensis, is characterized by its specialized underground structures known as rhizomes. These fleshy, horizontal stems grow beneath the soil surface, serving as vital organs for nutrient storage and vegetative reproduction. In the context of its medicinal properties, these rhizomes are often the most significant part of the plant harvested for traditional applications, as they contain concentrated bioactive compounds essential for its therapeutic use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |