Thalictrum podocarpum
Thalictrum podocarpum, commonly known as a member of the fumitory family, is a specialized medicinal plant native to specific subtropical regions. Valued for its unique phytochemical profile, it holds significant potential in traditional medicine. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds for their therapeutic properties and pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Thalictrum podocarpum
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific 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 podocarpum, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the podocarpum meadowrue, while in its native habitats, it carries specific local designations such as pūpū in Māori and podocarpum meadowrue in botanical English contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the South American continent. In the northern region, it can be found growing within the borders of Venezuela. Its presence extends significantly into western South America, where it inhabits various landscapes. Specifically, it is documented in the countries of Colombia and Ecuador. Furthermore, the species is also widely distributed throughout Bolivia and Peru.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Thalictrum podocarpum, possesses medicinal properties that are primarily derived from its underground structures. The roots serve as the essential part used in various traditional applications, often being harvested for their specific bioactive compounds.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Thalictrum podocarpum has 16 reported phytochemicals identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 8-trichloromethyldihydroberberine, Hernandezine, N-desmethylthalidezine, Sucrose, berberine.
- Total chemicals
- 16
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 8-trichloromethyldihydroberberine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hernandezine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-desmethylthalidezine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sucrose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| columbamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hernandezine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isothalidezine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jatrorrhizine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| magnoflorine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Thalictrum podocarpum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Mycobacterium smegmatis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mycobacterium smegmatis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |