Delphinium iliense
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| Internal ID | UUID6440161aaebfd390632756 |
| Scientific name | Delphinium iliense |
| Authority | Huth |
| First published in | Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 462 (1895) |
General Uses Top
Suggest a correction!Scientific and model‑organism uses:
- Molecular phylogenetics: D. iliense has been included in several multi‑locus phylogenies of Delphinium, providing data on evolutionary relationships and biogeography within the genus. These studies typically sequence nuclear ribosomal internal transcribed spacer (ITS) regions and plastid markers (trnL‑F, rbcL) to resolve species limits and diversification patterns.
- Phytochemical investigations: The species has been documented as a source of complex diterpenoid alkaloids. Laboratory analyses have isolated and characterized several alkaloids (e.g., delphinine‑type compounds) using techniques such as LC‑MS, NMR, and X‑ray crystallography. These compounds serve as reference standards for studying alkaloid biosynthetic pathways and toxicity mechanisms in Ranunculaceae.
- Cytogenetic and developmental studies: Chromosome counts (2n = 16) and floral morphology of D. iliense have been examined to explore patterns of polyploidy and floral trait evolution within the genus, contributing to comparative developmental biology of Delphinium.
Properties relevant to use:
- Alkaloid composition: The presence of diterpenoid alkaloids confers a high level of toxicity, which is exploited in chemical ecology research rather than in any commercial product.
- DNA markers: The species possesses standard nuclear and chloroplast loci suitable for PCR amplification, facilitating phylogenetic and population genetic analyses.
- Phenology: Early‑season flowering and tall erect spikes make it a valuable model for investigating floral development and pollinator interactions under controlled conditions.
Sustainability and sourcing:
- Distribution: D. iliense is native to the mountain regions of Central Asia, with documented occurrences in the Tien Shan and Alay ranges. Populations are naturally fragmented and often restricted to rocky slopes.
- Conservation status: Although not listed on the IUCN Red List, local assessments note habitat vulnerability due to overgrazing and climate change. The species is not widely cultivated in ornamental horticulture, and commercial propagation is minimal.
- Collection protocols: Researchers collecting plant material adhere to local regulations and institutional guidelines, including permits for protected areas and minimal‑impact sampling to reduce pressure on wild populations.
Synonyms Top
| Scientific name | Authority | First published in |
|---|---|---|
| Delphinium longiciliatum | W.T.Wang | Acta Bot. Sin. 10: 84 (1962) |
| Delphinium naviculare | W.T.Wang | Acta Bot. Sin. 10: 82 (1962) |
| Delphinium turkestanicum | Huth | Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 420 (1895) |
| Delphinium naviculare var. lasiocarpum | W.T.Wang | Kew Bull. 64: 574 (2009) |
Common names Top
Add a new one! Suggest a correction!| Language | Common/alternative name |
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| Chinese | 伊犁翠雀花 |
Germination/Propagation Top
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No germination or propagation data was added yet.
Distribution (via POWO/KEW) Top
Legend for the distribution data:
- Doubtful data
- Extinct
- Introduced
- Native
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China
- Xinjiang
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Middle Asia
- Kazakhstan
- Kirgizstan
- Tadzhikistan
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Mongolia
- Mongolia
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China
Links to other databases Top
Suggest others/fix!| Database | ID/link to page |
|---|---|
| World Flora Online | wfo-0000640222 |
| Tropicos | 27102437 |
| KEW | urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:710690-1 |
| The Plant List | kew-2759913 |
| Open Tree Of Life | 5737883 |
| Observations.org | 128849 |
| IPNI | 710690-1 |
| iNaturalist | 506719 |
| GBIF | 3930906 |
| EOL | 2873703 |
| Elurikkus | 442042 |
Genomes (via NCBI) Top
No reference genome is available on NCBI yet. We are constantly monitoring for new data.
Scientific Literature Top
Below are displayed the latest 15 articles published in PMC (PubMed Central®) and other sources (DOI number only)!
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| Demethylenedelpheline ? A new diterpene alkaloid from Delphinium corumbosum | A. S. Narzullaev, M. S. Yunusov, S. S. Sabirov | Springer Science and Business Media LLC | 24-Nov-2004 |
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| Corumdephine ? A new alkaloid fromDelphinium corumbosum | B. T. Salimov, M. S. Yunusov, N. D. Abdullaev, Z. M. Vaisov | Springer Science and Business Media LLC | 20-Nov-2004 |
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| Alkaloids ofDelphinium iliense | M. G. Zhamierashvili, V. A. Tel'nov, M. S. Yunusov, S. Yu. Yunusov | Springer Science and Business Media LLC | 20-Nov-2004 |
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| Deoxydelcorine — A new alkaloid from Delphinium corumbosum | A. S. Narzullaev, M. S. Yunusov, S. Yu. Yunusov | Springer Science and Business Media LLC | 20-Nov-2004 |
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Phytochemical Profile Top
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Collections Top
| In private collections | 0 |
| In public collections | 0 |