Vincetoxicum forrestii
Vincetoxicum forrestii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Vincetoxicum forrestii, scientifically known as Vincetoxicum forrestii, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, this species is studied for its potential bioactive compounds. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical profile offers vital insights into developing future pharmacological treatments.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Roots
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cynanchum Forrestii · Cynanchum Forrestii Var. Balfourianum · 11 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Vincetoxicum forrestiiSynonyms
- Cynanchum forrestii
- Cynanchum forrestii var. balfourianum
- Vincetoxicum forrestii var. stenolobum
- Cynanchum forrestii var. conduplicatum
- Vincetoxicum balfourianum
- Cynanchum forrestii var. stenolobum
- Vincetoxicum muliense
- Cynanchum limprichtii
- Vincetoxicum limprichtii
- Cynanchum muliense
- Vincetoxicum steppicola
- Cynanchum steppicola
- Cynanchum balfourianum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Vincetoxicum forrestii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further classified under the order Gentianales. Finally, it is a member of the family Apocynaceae and falls under 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 |
Distribution
This plant, Vincetoxicum forrestii, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of China. It can be found growing throughout the South-Central areas of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the North-Central parts of China. The species also inhabits the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet. Together, these regions define the primary geographical range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vincetoxicum forrestii, utilizes its underground roots as a primary anatomical component. These roots serve as the vital storage organ for the plant, anchoring it within the soil while facilitating the uptake of essential water and nutrients required for its growth. In many medicinal species within this genus, the chemical constituents and bioactive compounds are often concentrated within these root systems, making them a focal point for botanical study.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Vincetoxicum forrestii has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Daucosterol, NONANEDIOIC ACID, Tylophorinidine, hexahydroxycholest-7-en-6-one.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daucosterol | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NONANEDIOIC ACID | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tylophorinidine | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexahydroxycholest-7-en-6-one | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitic acid | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sucrose | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 95% ethanol extract of the roots of C. forrestii | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |