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Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides, is a significant medicinal plant within the Fabaceae family. Traditionally utilized in various herbal practices, this specific variety possesses unique bioactive properties. Research focuses on its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing inflammatory conditions and supporting overall holistic wellness through nature.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Seed
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Sophora Pallida · Sophora Orientalis · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Sophora and the variety alopecuroides.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae
Genus Sophora

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several significant regions of Eurasia. In Eastern Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of Ukraine and the Crimean Peninsula. Its range also extends through the vast landscapes of both South European Russia and East European Russia. Furthermore, the species reaches into the Siberian region, specifically inhabiting the Altay area. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal variety thrives.

Region Area
Eastern Europe Krym
Eastern Europe East European Russia
Eastern Europe South European Russia
Eastern Europe Ukraine
Siberia Altay
Siberia West Siberia
Central Asia Kazakhstan
Central Asia Kirgizstan
Central Asia Turkmenistan
Central Asia Tadzhikistan

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include seed.

Plant parts reported in Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Seed 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Seed

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences
  2. Complementary therapies in clinical practice

Chemicals

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CYTISINE, Matrine, N-methyl-cytisine, Sophocarpine, Sophoramine.

Chemicals reported in Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
CYTISINE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Matrine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
N-methyl-cytisine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sophocarpine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sophoramine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sophoridine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
nicotine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

CYTISINE

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Matrine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

N-methyl-cytisine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Sophocarpine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Sophoramine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Sophoridine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

nicotine

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Conditions

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include diarrhea.

Conditions investigated for Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Diarrhea 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Diarrhea

  1. Iranian journal of basic medical sciences

Preparations

Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides has 2 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extract capsules, standardized extract.

Preparations reported for Sophora alopecuroides var. alopecuroides
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Extract capsules 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Standardized extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Extract capsules

  1. Complementary therapies in clinical practice

Standardized extract

  1. Complementary therapies in clinical practice