Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifolium
Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifolium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifoliuum, is a specialized medicinal plant valued in traditional ethnobotany. Characterized by its distinct spiny foliage, this variety possesses unique bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized for its therapeutic properties, offering significant potential in treating various ailments through its diverse phytochemical profile.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifoliumDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical presence within several distinct regions of China. Its distribution is primarily concentrated across the South-Central areas of the country. Furthermore, it can be found growing within the North-Central provinces. The species also extends its range into the Southeast territories of China. These diverse locations highlight the varied environmental niches this medicinal plant inhabits.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifolium has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Preparations
Zanthoxylum dimorphophyllum var. spinifolium has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include dried roots.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Dried roots | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Dried roots
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica