Veratrum taliense
Veratrum taliense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Veratrum taliense, scientifically known as Veratrum taliense, is a rare medicinal herb native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its complex alkaloids, this potent plant is studied for its pharmacological potential in cardiovascular and neurological research. Careful handling is essential due to its high toxicity and concentrated bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Melanthiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Rhizomes · Roots
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Veratrum Cavaleriei
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Veratrum talienseSynonyms
- Veratrum cavaleriei
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Liliales, it is classified under the family Melanthiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Veratrum, specifically the species Veratrum taliense.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Liliales | WCVP |
| Family | Melanthiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Veratrum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Veratrum taliense, possesses a very specific and localized range. Its natural habitat is found exclusively within the geographic boundaries of China. More specifically, the species is distributed across the South-Central region of the country. This limited occurrence suggests that the plant is highly adapted to the particular environmental conditions of these provinces. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique ecological landscape of South-Central China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Veratrum taliense, possesses specialized underground structures that are central to its botanical identity and medicinal potential. The plant utilizes thick, fleshy rhizomes that extend horizontally beneath the soil surface, serving as vital storage organs for nutrients and energy. From these rhizomes, a system of roots develops to anchor the plant and absorb essential water and minerals from its environment. In many species of the Veratrum genus, these subterranean parts are known to contain high concentrations of bioactive alkaloids, making the rhizomes and roots the primary focus for pharmacological study.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizomes | Planta medica (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | Planta medica (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Veratrum taliense has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Isorhapontin, Mulberroside E, Piceid, Veraphenol, resveratrol.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Isorhapontin | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mulberroside E | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Piceid | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Veraphenol | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resveratrol | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Veratrum taliense has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, pain.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| methanol extract of roots and rhizomes | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |