Spatholobus sinensis
Spatholobus sinensis, commonly known as Sinomenii vine, is a significant medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is primarily utilized to treat rheumatoid arthritis, nerve pain, and blood stasis. This climbing woody vine offers valuable therapeutic potential in modern pharmacological research and holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Spatholobus sinensis
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Spatholobus, specifically as the species Spatholobus sinensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Spatholobus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Spatholobus sinensis, is known by several common names across different linguistic contexts. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 红血藤 (zh) and specifically as 红血藤 (zh-cn) and 紅血藤 (zh-tw) in mainland China and Taiwan, respectively. Additionally, it is also known by the name 华密花豆 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 红血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 红血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 紅血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 华密花豆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Spatholobus sinensis, exhibits a specific and concentrated natural range. Its primary geographical distribution is located within the country of China. Specifically, the species is found throughout the southeastern regions of this nation. This particular area provides the necessary environmental conditions required for its growth and survival. Consequently, the plant is characteristic of the diverse flora found in Southeast China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Spatholobus sinensis, is a woody climbing vine whose medicinal properties are primarily derived from its various anatomical structures. While the flowers and fruits are notable for their botanical characteristics, the most significant part utilized in traditional medicine is the cauulis, or the stem. This stem is often harvested and processed to extract bioactive compounds that contribute to its therapeutic effects, making the woody framework of the vine a central component in its pharmacological application.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caulis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Spatholobus sinensis has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2',4',5,7-tetrahydroxyisoflavone, coumestrol, isoliquiritigenin, leonuriside A, lupinalbin A.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2',4',5,7-tetrahydroxyisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumestrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoliquiritigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leonuriside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupinalbin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| protocatechuic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |