Veratrum grandiflorum
Vera truly grandiflorum, commonly known as the Large-flowered Veratrum, is a potent medicinal herb valued for its alkaloid content. Historically used in traditional pharmacology, it requires careful handling due to its high toxicity. This plant serves as a critical subject in studying complex chemical compounds for therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Veratrum grandiflorum
- Family: Melanthiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Liliales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Melanthiaceae and falls under the genus Veratrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Melanthiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Veratrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Veratrum grandiflorum, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 毛叶藜芦 (zh, zh-hans, zh-cn), 藜芦 (zh), and 黄秦艽 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 毛叶藜芦 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 毛叶藜芦 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 毛叶藜芦 | Wikidata |
| zh | 藜芦 | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄秦艽 | Wikidata |
| zh | 人头发 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Veratrum grandiflorum, exhibits a specific geographical distribution within East Asia. It is primarily located in the South-Central region of China. Additionally, its natural habitat extends into the Southeast portions of the country. These specific provinces provide the necessary environmental conditions for the species to thrive. Therefore, its range is concentrated within these particular Chinese territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Veratrum grandiflorum, utilizes its specialized underground structures for nutrient storage and survival. The medicinal properties of this species are primarily concentrated within its thick, fleshy rhizomes, which serve as the main storage organs. These rhizomes are closely associated with the root system, forming a robust foundation that allows the plant to persist through dormant seasons.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Veratrum grandiflorum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cyclopamine, steroidal alkaloid, verazine.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cyclopamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroidal alkaloid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| verazine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Veratrum grandiflorum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Veratrum grandiflorum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, inflammation.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |