Taxillus kaempferi
Taxillus kaempferi, commonly known as Takasao, is a significant medicinal herb used extensively in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its restorative properties, it is primarily utilized to nourish the kidneys, strengthen the bones, and enhance vitality. This potent plant plays a vital role in promoting overall longevity and wellness.
- Scientific name: Taxillus kaempferi
- Family: Loranthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic details place it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Santalales. Ultimately, Taxillus kaempferi is a member of the family Loranthaceae and the genus Taxillus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Santalales | WCVP |
| Family | Loranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Taxillus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Taxillus kaempferi, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by several names, including 小叶钝果寄生, 松胡颓子, 茑萝松, and 华东松寄生. Additionally, in Japanese, it is commonly called マツグミ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 小叶钝果寄生 | Wikidata |
| ja | マツグミ | Wikidata |
| zh | 松胡颓子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 茑萝松 | Wikidata |
| zh | 华东松寄生 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several major regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is documented across both the South-Central and Southeast territories. Moving eastward, it is a well-established species found throughout Japan in Eastern Asia. Additionally, its range extends to the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the East Himalaya region. Collectively, these areas define the primary geographical distribution of Taxillus kaempferi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Taxillus kaempferi, utilizes its various anatomical structures to support its medicinal properties. The stems serve as the structural framework, transporting essential nutrients throughout the organism and providing the necessary support for growth. Complementing the stems are the leaves, which act as the primary sites for photosynthesis and are often the most significant parts utilized in traditional medicinal preparations.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Taxillus kaempferi has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-catechin, avicularin, hyperin, procyanidin B-1, procyanidin B-3.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| avicularin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidin B-1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidin B-3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercitrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| taxillusin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |