Zanthoxylum austrosinense
Zanthoxylum austrosinense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Zanthoxylum austrosinense, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum austrosinense, is a significant medicinal shrub valued in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its aromatic properties, the plant contains bioactive alkaloids used to treat digestive issues, inflammation, and pain. Its unique chemical profile makes it a vital subject in ethnopharmacology.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Zanthoxylum Austrosinense Var. Stenophyllum
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Zanthoxylum austrosinenseSynonyms
- Zanthoxylum austrosinense var. stenophyllum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. As a member of the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Zanthoxylum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zanthoxylum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Zanthoxylum austrosineense, possesses a specific range within East Asia. Its primary distribution is located within the diverse landscapes of China. Specifically, it can be found growing across the South-Central regions of the country. Additionally, the species extends its presence into the China Southeast territories. These two distinct zones define the known geographical boundaries for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Zanthoxylum austrosineense, is a medicinal species where the roots serve as a significant component for therapeutic applications. In traditional medicine, the roots are often harvested and processed to extract bioactive compounds believed to possess various healing properties. The chemical constituents found within these root structures are frequently utilized in decoctions or powders to treat specific ailments, making this particular part essential to the plant's overall pharmacological profile.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Zanthoxylum austrosinense has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| roots of Zanthoxylum austrosinense | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |