Vincetoxicum hirsutum
Vincetoxicum hirsutum (wall.) kuntze
Vincetoxicum hirsutum, commonly known as the hairy vincetoxicum, is a distinctive medicinal climbing vine found in tropical regions. Renowned for its complex alkaloids, this plant plays a significant role in traditional medicine. Researchers continue to explore its phytochemical properties for potential therapeutic applications in treating various neurological conditions.
- Scientific name: Vincetoxicum hirsutum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Gentianaales and placed in the family Apocynaceae. It is further categorized under the genus Vincetoxicum, specifically identified as the species Vincetoxicum hirsutum.
| 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 Vincetoxicum hirsutum (Wall.) Kuntze, is referred to by several common names depending on the language and region. In English, it is identified by its botanical designation, Vincetoxicum hirsutum (Wall.) Kuntze. In Chinese, the plant is commonly known as 娃儿藤, a name that is used across different linguistic standards including zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 娃儿藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 娃儿藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 娃儿藤 | Wikidata |
| en | Vincetoxicum hirsutum (Wall.) Kuntze | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central provinces as well as the Southeast regions. Its presence is also noted on the tropical island of Hainan. Moving further east, the species is documented in Taiwan within Eastern Asia. Additionally, the plant extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the Assam region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vincetoxicum hirsutum, utilizes various anatomical structures for its medicinal properties, primarily involving the fresh leaves, the stems, and the mature leaves. The stems serve as the structural foundation, climbing or sprawling to support the growth of the foliage, while the leaves are the most prominent feature, characterized by their hairy texture. When prepared for therapeutic use, the fresh leaves are often highly valued due to their high moisture content and bioactive potency, though the dried leaves are also commonly employed in traditional herbal formulations.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fresh leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Vincetoxicum hirsutum has 1 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |