Stellaria yunnanensis
Stellaria yunnanensis, commonly known as Yunnan Speedwell, is a resilient herbaceous perennial native to the high-altitude regions of Southwest China. Renowned in traditional ethnobotany, this plant is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. It serves as a vital subject for researchers exploring its potential therapeutic and medicinal applications.
- Scientific name: Stellaria yunnanensis
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- 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 Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Caryophyllaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Stellaria, specifically as the species Stellaria yunnanensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Stellaria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Stellaria yunnanensis, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context and regional usage. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 云南繁缕, 云南繁缕, and 云南繁缕 across various coding standards such as zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn, while the traditional Chinese designation is written as 雲南繁縷 (zh-tw). Additionally, it is commonly known in Chinese as 筋骨草 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 云南繁缕 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 云南繁缕 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 云南繁缕 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 雲南繁縷 | Wikidata |
| zh | 筋骨草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 麦参 | Wikidata |
| zh | 钱针万线草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 千针万线草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Stellaria yunnanensis, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated within the diverse landscapes of China. More specifically, the species is found throughout the South-Central region of the country. This particular area provides the unique environmental conditions necessary for its survival and growth. Consequently, its distribution remains relatively restricted to these specific southern provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Stellaria yunnanensis, utilizes its roots as a vital component for both its survival and its traditional medicinal applications. The roots serve as the primary anchor within the soil, facilitating the absorption of essential water and nutrients necessary for the plant's growth and development. In various ethnobotanical practices, these subterranean structures are often collected and processed, as they are believed to harbor specific bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's overall therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Stellaria yunnanensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include yunnanin C.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| yunnanin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Stellaria yunnanensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |