Spatholobus
Spatholobus, commonly known as the "blood-circulating herb," is a significant medicinal plant in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its potent properties, it is primarily used to invigorate blood circulation, dispel stasis, and alleviate pain. This versatile botanical plays a crucial role in treating various gynecological and cardiovascular conditions.
- Scientific name: Spatholobus
- 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. Its specific taxonomic designation is the genus Spatholobus.
| 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, belonging to the genus Spatholobus, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In Simplified Chinese, it is referred to as 密花豆属 (zh-hans) and 密花豆属 (zh-cn), while in Traditional Chinese, it is identified as 密花豆屬 (zh-hant). Additionally, in the Hong Kong regional context, it is called 密花豆屬 (zh-hk), and it is generally categorized under the name 密花豆属 (zh) or 密花豆属 (zh) in broader Chinese linguistic applications.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 密花豆属 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 密花豆屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 密花豆屬 | Wikidata |
| zh | 密花豆属 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 密花豆属 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 密花豆屬 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spread across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan territories. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it is documented in the state of Assam. Furthermore, the species is also native to the landscapes of Bangladesh. These specific locations highlight the plant's preference for the subtropical climates found in these areas.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Spatholobus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Spatholobus has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anemia, arthralgia, menstrual pain, paralysis.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthralgia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| menstrual pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| paralysis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |