Soroseris hookeriana subsp. erysimoides
Soroseris hookerianan subsp. erysimoides, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a specialized botanical species native to high-altitude regions. Valued for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical properties is essential for exploring its role in modern natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Soroseris hookeriana subsp. erysimoides
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Soroseris as the subspecies erysimoides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Soroseris | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Asia. Within China, its presence is recorded in the South-Central and North-Central territories. It is also found growing in the high-altitude environments of Qinghai and Tibet. Furthermore, the species extends its range into the East Himalaya region of the Indian Subcontinent. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's ability to inhabit varied mountainous landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Soroseris hookerianam subsp. erysimoides, is primarily utilized in its medicinal applications through the use of its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowering structures, contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic effects. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the plant's essential chemical constituents while ensuring the root system remains intact for potential regrowth.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Soroseris hookeriana subsp. erysimoides has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include beta-sitosterol, daucosterol, diosmetin, glucozaluzanin C, isoluteolin.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diosmetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glucozaluzanin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoluteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isovanillic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-methoxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |