Sophora pachycarpa

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Vexibia pachycarpa
• Goebelia pachycarpa
• Ammothamnus intermedius

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Sophora.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is native to the distinct landscapes of Central Asia. Its natural habitat spans across several countries, including Kazakhstan and Kirgizstan. It is also found growing within the territories of Turkmenistan and Tadjikistan. Furthermore, the geographical range of this species extends into Uzbekistan. Consequently, these five nations represent the primary regions where the plant is distributed.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Sophora pachycarpa is characterized by its adaptability to diverse and often challenging terrains, thriving within an elevational range that extends from 300 m to a maximum of 1900 m AMSL. This species demonstrates significant environmental plasticity, as it is commonly found occupying habitats such as desert landscapes, hilly regions, and even disturbed areas like crop fields. Its ability to persist in these varied ecological niches suggests a resilience to different moisture levels and soil compositions found across its altitudinal gradient.

Elevational range max:

1900 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

300 m AMSL

Habitat :

crop fields, desert, hills

Life history

The life history of Sophora pachycarpa is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist in its environment through multiple growing seasons. As a long-lived woody species, it does not follow the rapid development of annuals or the transitional phase of biennials, but instead invests energy into establishing a robust structural framework that supports sustained biological activity over many years. This perennial nature enables the plant to develop complex root systems and extensive canopy structures, facilitating its ability to endure seasonal fluctuations and reproductive cycles repeatedly throughout its lifespan.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Sophora pachycarpa is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure. This plant maintains a relatively low stature, with a height ranging from a minimum of 0.3 m to a maximum of 0.6 m.

Growth form :

herb

Plant height max:

0.6 m

Plant height min:

0.3 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Sophora pachycarpa is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering cycle that dictates its reproductive availability. The flowering period begins in May and concludes in June, representing a concentrated window of biological activity for the species. While the phenological patterns may show some degree of variability, the primary reproductive phase is concentrated within these months, facilitating the transition from floral development to subsequent seed production.

Flowering time :

May

Flowering time :

Jun

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Sophora pachycarpa 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 root.

Root

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR
2. Bioorganic chemistry

Chemicals

Sophora pachycarpa has 25 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sophoraflavanone G, (+)-Sparteine, 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydrobenzo[b]furan-3,4,6-triol, Anabasine, BETA-SITOSTEROL.

Sophoraflavanone G

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR
2. Bioorganic chemistry

(+)-Sparteine

1. Dr. Duke

2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydrobenzo[b]furan-3,4,6-triol

1. Bioorganic chemistry

Anabasine

1. Dr. Duke

BETA-SITOSTEROL

1. Dr. Duke

CH2Cl2

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

EtOAc

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

Isosophoranone

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

Matrine

1. Dr. Duke

Matrine N-oxide

1. Dr. Duke

Activities

Sophora pachycarpa has 189 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 5-HETE-Inhibitor, Abortifacient, Acaricide, Acidifier, Acidulant.

5-HETE-Inhibitor

1. Dr. Duke

Abortifacient

1. Dr. Duke

Acaricide

1. Dr. Duke

Acidifier

1. Dr. Duke

Acidulant

1. Dr. Duke

Additive

1. Dr. Duke

Adjuvant

1. Dr. Duke

Allergenic

1. Dr. Duke

Alpha-Amylase-Inhibitor

1. Dr. Duke

Analgesic

1. Dr. Duke

Conditions

Sophora pachycarpa has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include breast cancer, cancer.

Breast cancer

1. Bioorganic chemistry

Cancer

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

Preparations

Sophora pachycarpa has 2 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Roots, roots.

Roots

1. Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR

Roots

1. Bioorganic chemistry