Vincetoxicum atratum
Vincetoxicum atratum, commonly known as Black Vincetoxicum, is a fascinating medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Characterized by its unique botanical features, this species contains bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its chemical profile and ecological significance is essential for exploring its role in modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Vincetoxicum atratum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Vincetoxicum atratum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Apocynaceae. Its taxonomic lineage concludes with its placement in the genus Vincetoxicum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vincetoxicum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Vinca toxicum atra (often associated with the genus Vinca), is referred to by several different common names depending on the region and language. In Japan, it is known as フナバラソウ (funabaraso), while in Korea, it is called 백미꽃 (baekmiggot). In Chinese, the plant is identified by the name 白薇, which is used across various regional standards including the simplified forms 白薇 and 白薇 (zh-hans and zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | フナバラソウ | Wikidata |
| ko | 백미꽃 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白薇 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 白薇 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 白薇 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 白薇 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several distinct regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, it can be found growing within the Amur, Khabarovsk, and Primorye territories. Its range extends significantly into China, where it is present in the South-Central regions. Additionally, the species is documented as growing in the Inner Mongolia area of China. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to inhabit various environments across these specific borders.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vincetoxicum atratum, utilizes its subterranean structures for storage and propagation, which are often the focus of medicinal interest. The medicinal properties are frequently derived from the roots, which grow deep into the soil to anchor the species. Specifically, the primary root system serves as a vital nutrient reservoir, while the creeping rhizome allows the plant to spread horizontally through the substrate, facilitating its vegetative expansion.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Vincetoxicum atratum has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Neuroprotective.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |