Valeriana amurensis
Valeriana amurensis, commonly known as Amur valerian, is a perennial herb native to East Asia. Renowned for its aromatic rhizomes, this medicinal plant is traditionally used to soothe the nervous system. It possesses calming properties that help alleviate anxiety, promote restful sleep, and reduce muscle tension effectively.
- Scientific name: Valeriana amurensis
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Dipsacales, it is further categorized into the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Valeriana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Valeriana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found throughout the diverse landscapes of the Russian Far East. Within this region, its presence is specifically noted in the Amur, Khabarovsk, and Primorye territories. Beyond the Russian borders, the species extends into the Manchuria region of China. Its geographical reach further encompasses the easternmost parts of the Asian continent. Ultimately, the distribution of Valeriana amurensis includes the entire Korean peninsula in Eastern Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Valeriana amurensis has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Abeta(1-40), Caspase-3, iridoids, lignans, valtrate.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Abeta(1-40) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caspase-3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| iridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| valtrate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Valeriana amurensis has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidepressant, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Neuroprotective, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Valeriana amurensis has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anxiolytic, cognitive dysfunction.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cognitive dysfunction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dementia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |