[Objectives] To investigate the systematic evaluation of pharmacognostic identification of Polygonum capitatum . [Methods] 10 batches of P. capitatum cultivated in Guizhou were chosen for plant samples. Macroscopical ...[Objectives] To investigate the systematic evaluation of pharmacognostic identification of Polygonum capitatum . [Methods] 10 batches of P. capitatum cultivated in Guizhou were chosen for plant samples. Macroscopical identification was conducted on plant roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits. The P. capitatum powder was processed for physical and chemical distinction by FeCl 3 chromogenic reaction, hydrochloric acid magnesium powder reaction, AlCl 3 color development reaction and thin-layer chromatography.Microscope identification was carried out on the powder. Plant genome DNeasy Plant Kit was adopted for DNA molecular marker identification. [Results] The results showed that the stem of P. capitatum was tufted, the leaves were oval, 2 to 5 cm long, and 1 to 2 cm wide;the leaf apex was acute and cuneate at the base, the inflorescence was capitate, paired or solitary;the raceme was erect and nearly spherical, and the perianth was light red. Furthermore, for the chromogenic reaction of FeCl 3 ethanol extract of P. capitatum , appeared blue and turned to dark blue after long time storing at room temperature. For the reaction of hydrochloric acid magnesium powder, the alcohol extract of P. capitatum , exhibited deep red. In the color reaction of AlCl 3, the alcohol extract revealed yellow fluorescence under 360 nm UV lamp. Microscope identification of the powder displayed pollen grains, crystal sheath fibers, cellulose, vessels, starch grains, cork cells, and other characteristic fragments. In addition, DNA barcoding electrophoresis results showed that P. capitatum showed a clear and bright single band near 500 bp, and further sequencing results showed that the sequence differences were mainly concentrated in ITS1 and ITS2 region. [Conclusions] Systematic evaluation for the identification of P. capitatum is established, which combines with macroscopic identification, physicochemical identification, powder microscope identification, and DNA molecular identification. Finally, the original medicinal material is identified as P. capitatum Buch.-Ham. ex D. Don.展开更多
Dendrobium nobile Lindl (D. nobile), a well-known precious herb, has a long history of use as a medicine and health food in China. Phytochemically, D. nobile has been found to contain various bioactive compounds, such...Dendrobium nobile Lindl (D. nobile), a well-known precious herb, has a long history of use as a medicine and health food in China. Phytochemically, D. nobile has been found to contain various bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, bibenzyl, phenanthrene, phenylpropanoids, and polysaccharides. Its medicinal applications are closely correlated to its diverse pharmacological activities, including antitumor, anti-inflammatory, nervous system protective, antifatigue, hypoglycemic, and hypolipidemic actions. In this review, we provide a comprehensive summary of the main chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of D. nobile, as well as the underlying molecular mechanisms for its bioactivities. It is expected that this review will provide a helpful scientific reference for the development and use of D. nobile.展开更多
Traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs)have continued to be a treasure trove.The study of chemodiversity and versatility of bioactivities has always been an important content of pharmacophylogeny.There is amazing progress...Traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs)have continued to be a treasure trove.The study of chemodiversity and versatility of bioactivities has always been an important content of pharmacophylogeny.There is amazing progress in the discovery and research of natural components with novel structures and significant bioactivities in 2020.In this paper we review 271 valuable natural products,including terpenoids,steroids,flavonoids,phenylpropanoids,phenolics,nitrogen containing compounds and essential oil,etc.,isolated and identified from TCMs published in journals of Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs(Zhong Cao Yao)and Chinese Herbal Medicines(CHMs),and focus on their structures,source organisms,and relevant bioactivities,paying special attention to structural characteristics of novel compounds and newly revealed pharmacological properties of known compounds.It is worth noting that natural products with antitumor activity still constitute the primary object of research.Among the reported compounds,two new triterpenoids,i.e.,ursolic acid 3-O-β-cis-caffeate and mollugoside E,display remarkable cytotoxicity against PC-9 and HL-60 cell lines,respectively.Three known phenolic compounds,i.e.,pyoluteorin,4-hydroxy-3-methoxy cinnamaldehyde and 3,7-dimethoxy-5-hydroxy-1,4-phenanthrenequinone,exhibit significant cytotoxicity against multiple cell lines.Numerous studies on the free radical scavenging activity of reported compounds are currently underway.In vitro,three known phenolic compounds,i.e.,3,4-Odicaffeoylquinic acid methyl ester,3,4,5-O-tricaffeoylquinic acid methyl ester and arbutin,had more considerable antioxidant activities than vitamin C.The anti-inflammatory,anti-diabetic,hypolipidemic,neuroprotective and antimicrobial activities of isolated compounds are also encouraging.The structural characteristics and bioactivities of TCM compounds highlighted here reflect the enormous progress of CHM research in 2020 and will play a positive role in the future drug discovery and development.According to pharmacophylogeny,the phylogenetic distribution of compounds with different natures and flavors can be explored,with view to better mining TCM resources.展开更多
Objective Currently, powdered Chinese herbal medicines （CHMs） were mainly evaluated through physical property, chemical dissolution, and bioactivity independently. It could not reflect the quality comprehensively. T...Objective Currently, powdered Chinese herbal medicines （CHMs） were mainly evaluated through physical property, chemical dissolution, and bioactivity independently. It could not reflect the quality comprehensively. This paper was to explore and establish a comprehensive evaluation method for powdered CHMs. Methods Isatidis Radixwas chosen as an exemple. Firstly, powdered Isatidis Radixin different particle size was prepared. Then, their physical properties were characterized. The dissolution of index component epigoitrin was determined, and their antiviral activities were evaluated by neuraminidase-based bioassay. Results As the particle size decreased, powder distribution tended to be uniform, and the dissolution of epigoitrin increased, antiviral activity enhanced. According to cluster analysis of above results, the sequence of evaluation consequence was ultrafine powder S2 （D90：32.80± 0.29） 〉 ultrafine powder S1 （D90：52.08 ± 0.53） 〉 fine powder SO （D90：118.16± 0.76） （from the superior to the inferior）. Conclusion Overall, the comprehensive evaluation for powdered CHMs based on the physical characterization, chemical dissolution, and bioassay could not only be used to evaluate powdered herbs, but also guide the screening and optimization of the particle size of powder.展开更多
Plant cyclopeptides, cyclic compounds formed mainly by the peptidic bonds of 2--37 protein and non-protein amino acids （mainly L-amino acids） and found in higher plants, have been attractive for their extensive bioa...Plant cyclopeptides, cyclic compounds formed mainly by the peptidic bonds of 2--37 protein and non-protein amino acids （mainly L-amino acids） and found in higher plants, have been attractive for their extensive bioactivities and distinctive molecular architectures. During the last half century＇s study, about 500 cyclopeptides divided into eight types have been isolated from over 120 species, which belong to over 20 families and 60 genera. Some cyclopeptides showed potential anti-tumor, sedative, immunosuppressive, and uterotonic activities. In the Chinese Pharmacopoeia （CP, 2010 Version）, 23 species （14 families, 18 genera） containing cyclopeptides have been re- corded in the origins of 24 traditional Chinese medicines （TCMs）. Heterophyllin B （64）, first reported by us from Pseudostellaria heterophylla in 1993 was cited for the first time in CP as the standard substance of cyclopeptides for quality control. In this review, we highlight the progress in the chemical studies of these cyclopeptide-containing TCMs, in particular recent results in our group＇s publications.展开更多
基金Supported by Guizhou Provincial Science and Technology Project[ZK(2022)-362](2022)4028+5 种基金ZK(2021)-554ZK(2023)-378]Science Foundation of Guizhou Health Commission(gzwkj2021-449)Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program for Undergraduates from China(202210660131)Science Foundation of Guizhou Education Technology(2022-064)Rural Economic Revitalization Research Project of Guizhou Medical University(GZYKDX-2022-002).
文摘[Objectives] To investigate the systematic evaluation of pharmacognostic identification of Polygonum capitatum . [Methods] 10 batches of P. capitatum cultivated in Guizhou were chosen for plant samples. Macroscopical identification was conducted on plant roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits. The P. capitatum powder was processed for physical and chemical distinction by FeCl 3 chromogenic reaction, hydrochloric acid magnesium powder reaction, AlCl 3 color development reaction and thin-layer chromatography.Microscope identification was carried out on the powder. Plant genome DNeasy Plant Kit was adopted for DNA molecular marker identification. [Results] The results showed that the stem of P. capitatum was tufted, the leaves were oval, 2 to 5 cm long, and 1 to 2 cm wide;the leaf apex was acute and cuneate at the base, the inflorescence was capitate, paired or solitary;the raceme was erect and nearly spherical, and the perianth was light red. Furthermore, for the chromogenic reaction of FeCl 3 ethanol extract of P. capitatum , appeared blue and turned to dark blue after long time storing at room temperature. For the reaction of hydrochloric acid magnesium powder, the alcohol extract of P. capitatum , exhibited deep red. In the color reaction of AlCl 3, the alcohol extract revealed yellow fluorescence under 360 nm UV lamp. Microscope identification of the powder displayed pollen grains, crystal sheath fibers, cellulose, vessels, starch grains, cork cells, and other characteristic fragments. In addition, DNA barcoding electrophoresis results showed that P. capitatum showed a clear and bright single band near 500 bp, and further sequencing results showed that the sequence differences were mainly concentrated in ITS1 and ITS2 region. [Conclusions] Systematic evaluation for the identification of P. capitatum is established, which combines with macroscopic identification, physicochemical identification, powder microscope identification, and DNA molecular identification. Finally, the original medicinal material is identified as P. capitatum Buch.-Ham. ex D. Don.
文摘Dendrobium nobile Lindl (D. nobile), a well-known precious herb, has a long history of use as a medicine and health food in China. Phytochemically, D. nobile has been found to contain various bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, bibenzyl, phenanthrene, phenylpropanoids, and polysaccharides. Its medicinal applications are closely correlated to its diverse pharmacological activities, including antitumor, anti-inflammatory, nervous system protective, antifatigue, hypoglycemic, and hypolipidemic actions. In this review, we provide a comprehensive summary of the main chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of D. nobile, as well as the underlying molecular mechanisms for its bioactivities. It is expected that this review will provide a helpful scientific reference for the development and use of D. nobile.
基金supported by Liaoning Province Natural Science Foundation of China(2019-ZD-0117)China Scholarship Council(202108210156)Scientific Research Funds Project of Liaoning Education Department(JDL2019012)。
文摘Traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs)have continued to be a treasure trove.The study of chemodiversity and versatility of bioactivities has always been an important content of pharmacophylogeny.There is amazing progress in the discovery and research of natural components with novel structures and significant bioactivities in 2020.In this paper we review 271 valuable natural products,including terpenoids,steroids,flavonoids,phenylpropanoids,phenolics,nitrogen containing compounds and essential oil,etc.,isolated and identified from TCMs published in journals of Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs(Zhong Cao Yao)and Chinese Herbal Medicines(CHMs),and focus on their structures,source organisms,and relevant bioactivities,paying special attention to structural characteristics of novel compounds and newly revealed pharmacological properties of known compounds.It is worth noting that natural products with antitumor activity still constitute the primary object of research.Among the reported compounds,two new triterpenoids,i.e.,ursolic acid 3-O-β-cis-caffeate and mollugoside E,display remarkable cytotoxicity against PC-9 and HL-60 cell lines,respectively.Three known phenolic compounds,i.e.,pyoluteorin,4-hydroxy-3-methoxy cinnamaldehyde and 3,7-dimethoxy-5-hydroxy-1,4-phenanthrenequinone,exhibit significant cytotoxicity against multiple cell lines.Numerous studies on the free radical scavenging activity of reported compounds are currently underway.In vitro,three known phenolic compounds,i.e.,3,4-Odicaffeoylquinic acid methyl ester,3,4,5-O-tricaffeoylquinic acid methyl ester and arbutin,had more considerable antioxidant activities than vitamin C.The anti-inflammatory,anti-diabetic,hypolipidemic,neuroprotective and antimicrobial activities of isolated compounds are also encouraging.The structural characteristics and bioactivities of TCM compounds highlighted here reflect the enormous progress of CHM research in 2020 and will play a positive role in the future drug discovery and development.According to pharmacophylogeny,the phylogenetic distribution of compounds with different natures and flavors can be explored,with view to better mining TCM resources.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(81473316)
文摘Objective Currently, powdered Chinese herbal medicines （CHMs） were mainly evaluated through physical property, chemical dissolution, and bioactivity independently. It could not reflect the quality comprehensively. This paper was to explore and establish a comprehensive evaluation method for powdered CHMs. Methods Isatidis Radixwas chosen as an exemple. Firstly, powdered Isatidis Radixin different particle size was prepared. Then, their physical properties were characterized. The dissolution of index component epigoitrin was determined, and their antiviral activities were evaluated by neuraminidase-based bioassay. Results As the particle size decreased, powder distribution tended to be uniform, and the dissolution of epigoitrin increased, antiviral activity enhanced. According to cluster analysis of above results, the sequence of evaluation consequence was ultrafine powder S2 （D90：32.80± 0.29） 〉 ultrafine powder S1 （D90：52.08 ± 0.53） 〉 fine powder SO （D90：118.16± 0.76） （from the superior to the inferior）. Conclusion Overall, the comprehensive evaluation for powdered CHMs based on the physical characterization, chemical dissolution, and bioassay could not only be used to evaluate powdered herbs, but also guide the screening and optimization of the particle size of powder.
文摘Plant cyclopeptides, cyclic compounds formed mainly by the peptidic bonds of 2--37 protein and non-protein amino acids （mainly L-amino acids） and found in higher plants, have been attractive for their extensive bioactivities and distinctive molecular architectures. During the last half century＇s study, about 500 cyclopeptides divided into eight types have been isolated from over 120 species, which belong to over 20 families and 60 genera. Some cyclopeptides showed potential anti-tumor, sedative, immunosuppressive, and uterotonic activities. In the Chinese Pharmacopoeia （CP, 2010 Version）, 23 species （14 families, 18 genera） containing cyclopeptides have been re- corded in the origins of 24 traditional Chinese medicines （TCMs）. Heterophyllin B （64）, first reported by us from Pseudostellaria heterophylla in 1993 was cited for the first time in CP as the standard substance of cyclopeptides for quality control. In this review, we highlight the progress in the chemical studies of these cyclopeptide-containing TCMs, in particular recent results in our group＇s publications.
