Vincetoxicum hirundinaria
Vincetoxicum hirundiinaria, commonly known as the golden shroud vine, is a potent medicinal plant prized in traditional healing. Renowned for its unique alkaloid profile, it possesses significant anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This study explores its phytochemical composition and therapeutic potential for developing modern pharmacological treatments and holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Vincetoxicum hirundinaria
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Apocynaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Vincetoxicum, and its species name, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria.
| 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, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, is known by several regional names across various Chinese linguistic contexts. In Simplified Chinese (zh-hans, zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-hant), it is referred to as 催吐白前, a name that is also consistently used in Hong Kong (zh-hk) and Singapore (zh-sg).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 催吐白前 | Wikidata |
| sk | luskáč lekársky | Wikidata |
| pl | Ciemiężyk białokwiatowy | Wikidata |
| fi | käärmeenpistonyrtti | Wikidata |
| et | lood-angervars | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. The species also extends its range into Middle Europe, where it can be found in Austria. This distribution highlights a preference for both Scandinavian territories and Central European landscapes. Consequently, its geographical footprint spans a significant portion of the northern and central latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, is primarily utilized in its medicinal applications through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures include the stems, leaves, and flowers, which are harvested to extract the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use. Because the concentration of active constituents can vary depending on the stage of development, the collection of these aerial parts is typically timed to ensure maximum potency.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |