Thalictrum longistylum

Thalictrum longistylum, commonly known as Long-styled Fumitory, is a delicate perennial herb belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Found in shaded, moist habitats, this botanical specimen is valued in traditional herbalism. Its unique floral structure and chemical properties make it a subject of interest for studying natural medicinal compounds.

  • Scientific name: Thalictrum longistylum
  • Family: Ranunculaceae
  • Native range: Southern America

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Ranunculales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae within the genus Thalictrum.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Ranunculales WCVP
Family Ranunculaceae WCVP
Genus Thalictrum WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Thalictrum longistylum, is known by various names depending on the regional language and local tradition. In English, it is commonly referred to as long-styled meadow-rue, while in Hindi, it is known as Jangli Meetha.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant is primarily located within the diverse ecosystems of Western South America. Its specific geographical range is concentrated in the Andean regions of the continent. Detailed studies show that it can be found growing in the country of Bolivia. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit various territories across Ecuador. Finally, its distribution extends further south into the landscapes of Peru.

Region Area Source
Western South America Bolivia WCVP
Western South America Ecuador WCVP
Western South America Peru WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Thalictrum longistylum, possesses medicinal properties that are primarily associated with its underground structures. The roots, which extend deep into the soil, serve as a vital part of the organism's anatomy and are often the focus of pharmacological interest. In various traditional practices, the root is harvested and utilized due to its specific chemical constituents, making this particular part essential to the plant's overall medicinal profile.
Total parts
2
Scientific sources
2
Plant Part Sources Confidence
roots 1 ★☆☆☆☆
root 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Thalictrum longistylum has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 8-trichloromethyldihydroberberine, O-methyllongiberine, berberine, columbamine, jatrorrhizine.

Total chemicals
11
Scientific sources
11

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
8-trichloromethyldihydroberberine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
O-methyllongiberine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
berberine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
columbamine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
jatrorrhizine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
longiberine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
magnoflorine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
oxyberberine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
palmatine 1 ★☆☆☆☆
thalibrine 1 ★☆☆☆☆