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Valeriana tangutica

Valeriana tangutica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Valeriana tangutica, scientifically known as Valeriana tangutica, is a perennial herb belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family. Native to the high-altitude regions of China, this medicinal plant is highly valued in traditional practices. It is primarily utilized for its calming properties, helping to alleviate insomnia, anxiety, and various neurological discomforts.

Family
Caprifoliaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Valeriana tangutica

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Dipsacales and the family Caprifoliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Valeriana.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Dipsacales
Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Valeriana

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across several distinct regions of East Asia. Within China, it can be found spanning from the South-Central provinces to the North-Central areas. Its presence is also documented in the high-altitude landscapes of Qinghai and across the plains of Inner Mongolia. Furthermore, the species extends its reach beyond Chinese borders into the nation of Mongolia. Together, these locations define the specific natural habitats where the species thrives.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China Inner Mongolia
China China North-Central
China Qinghai
Mongolia Mongolia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Valeriana tangutica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-Maaliol, Valeranone, selinene.

Chemicals reported in Valeriana tangutica
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
(+)-Maaliol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Valeranone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
selinene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

(+)-Maaliol

  1. Journal of Asian natural products research

Valeranone

  1. Journal of Asian natural products research

selinene

  1. Journal of Asian natural products research