Chinese Bulletin of Botany ›› 2018, Vol. 53 ›› Issue (3): 382-390.DOI: 10.11983/CBB18028

Special Issue: 药用植物专辑 (2018年53卷3期)

• SPECIAL TOPICS • Previous Articles    

Review of Current Research and Utilization Status of Apocynum venetum Germplasm in China

Xu Zongchang1, Zhou Jinhui2, Zhang Chengsheng1,*(), Li Yiqiang1,*()   

  1. 1Marine Agriculture Research Center, Tobacco Research Institute of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China
    2Medical College, Pharmic Department, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266021, China
  • Received:2018-01-29 Accepted:2018-04-02 Online:2018-05-01 Published:2018-09-11
  • Contact: Zhang Chengsheng,Li Yiqiang

Abstract: Apocynum venetum is one of the world’s rare wild plants. Its leaves can be used as medicine and for tea. In this review, the discovery, distribution and botanical classification of Apocynum venetum were concisely introduced. The A. venetum germplasm diversity, salt resistance, exploitation and utilization are discussed in detail to provide the theoretical basis and consultation for the salt tolerance mechanism of A. venetum, the protection of A. venetum germplasm and targeted plant breeding. We also appeal to academic peers to take efforts to protect the A. venetum germplasm.

Key words: Apocynum venetum, germplasm resources, salt tolerance, fiber, medicinal components