Codonopsis pilosula(C.pilosula),Astragalus membranaceus(A.membranaceus)and Angelica sinensis(A.sinensis)are three common medicinal and dietary tonifying herbs.In this research,the antimicrobial effects of their aqueou...Codonopsis pilosula(C.pilosula),Astragalus membranaceus(A.membranaceus)and Angelica sinensis(A.sinensis)are three common medicinal and dietary tonifying herbs.In this research,the antimicrobial effects of their aqueous and ethanol extracts were analyzed by using the filter paper diffusion method and microdilution method.The results showed that the aqueous extracts of these three medicinal herbs had no significant inhibitory effect on the growth of four common food-contaminated microorganisms:Escherichia coli(E.coli),Staphylococcus aureus(S.aureus),Candida albicans(C.albicans)and Saccharomyces cerevisiae(S.cerevisiae).Only the C.pilosula ethanol extract(denoted as CEE)could significantly inhibit the growth of S.aureus.The antimicrobial and preservative effects of CEE were investigated by using carrot juice as a model.It was found that CEE exhibited significant synergistic antimicrobial and preservative effects with the chemical preservative benzoic acid.When benzoic acid was reduced to half of its conventional food preservative dosage,the combined addition could completely inhibit the growth of S.aureus within 6 d.CEE was further analyzed by high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)and primary mass spectrometry(MS1),and lobetyolin was preliminarily identified as the main active ingredient.The minimum inhibitory concentration(MIC)of lobetyolin was determined to be 40μg/mL when used alone.The cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay showed that both CEE and lobetyolin exhibited low cytotoxicity on human normal liver QSG-7701 cells at the preservative dosage,suggesting promising potential for developing safe and effective food preservatives from traditional Chinese medicinal herbs.展开更多
Codonopsis pilosula is a major Qi-tonifying medicinal herb,and its active composition is analyzed systematically.However,the relationship between its production origins and commodity specification grades with the acti...Codonopsis pilosula is a major Qi-tonifying medicinal herb,and its active composition is analyzed systematically.However,the relationship between its production origins and commodity specification grades with the active composition of C.pilosula lacks systematic research.This study integrates the HPLC and UV-Vis methodologies to evaluate the quality of C.pilosula from commodity specification grades and different origins,and it explores the correlation between ecological factors and production origins with active components.Here,network pharmacology is used to determine that lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I have potential efficacy in treating pulmonary fibrosis and oxidative stress.The HPLC and UV-Vis methods were employed to quantitatively analyse the levels of five active compounds from different origins and commodity specification grades.Ecological factors were collected from the different production origins with ArcGIS,and correlation analysis was conducted between these factors and the active components of C.pilosula to identify the key ecological influences that drive the accumulation of active compounds.Results showed that network pharmacology analyses indicated that the active components of C.pilosula,including lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I,bind to targets and exhibit antioxidant and antipulmonary fibrosis effects.Differences in the contents of active components across three commodity specification grades were not significant.The contents of active components in C.pilosula showed differences with varying origins,with the most variation observed in soluble sugar content,and notable variations are also observed in the levels of lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I,which could serve as potential biomarkers for different origins.Additionally,ecological factors influenced the accumulation of C.pilosula’s active components.The contents of soluble sugars and tangshenoside I were positively correlated with temperature and precipitation.Our study evaluated the active components of C.pilosula,and findings show that lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I have potential efficacy in treating pulmonary fibrosis and oxidative stress.The differences in the quality of C.pilosula across varying commodity specification grades are not significant.The different contents of C.pilosula across varying origins are significant,with soluble sugars and glycosides serving as potential markers for distinguishing C.pilosula from different origins.Moreover,ecological factors drove the accumulation of C.pilosula components.Soluble sugars and tangshenoside I content were particularly influenced by temperature and precipitation.Sand content and electrical conductivity significantly correlated with syringin,whereas organic carbon negatively influenced total flavonoids.This research provides a theoretical basis for the selection of the C.pilosula growing area and lays a foundation for the study of the C.pilosula quality standard.展开更多
A neolignan codonopiloneolignanin A（1） with a novel 2,9：20,9：7,70-tricyclo-8,90-neolignane skeleton was isolated from an aqueous extract of the Codonopsis pilosula roots. Its structure including the absolute confi...A neolignan codonopiloneolignanin A（1） with a novel 2,9：20,9：7,70-tricyclo-8,90-neolignane skeleton was isolated from an aqueous extract of the Codonopsis pilosula roots. Its structure including the absolute configuration was elucidated by extensive spectroscopic analysis, including 2D NMR and electronic circular dichroism calculation. The proposed biosynthetic pathway of compound 1 is also discussed.展开更多
Inulin-type fructan CP-A,a predominant polysaccharide in Codonopsis pilosula,demonstrates regulatory effects on immune activity and anti-inflammation.The efficacy of CP-A in treating ulcerative colitis(UC)is,however,n...Inulin-type fructan CP-A,a predominant polysaccharide in Codonopsis pilosula,demonstrates regulatory effects on immune activity and anti-inflammation.The efficacy of CP-A in treating ulcerative colitis(UC)is,however,not well-established.This study employed an in vitro lipopolysaccharide(LPS)-induced colonic epithelial cell model(NCM460)and an in vivo dextran sulfate sodium(DSS)-induced colitis mouse model to explore CP-A’s protective effects against experimental colitis and its underlying mechanisms.We monitored the clinical symptoms in mice using various parameters:body weight,disease activity index(DAI),colon length,spleen weight,and histopathological scores.Additionally,molecular markers were assessed through enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA),quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction(qRT-PCR),immunofluorescence(IF),immunohistochemistry(IHC),and Western blotting assays.Results showed that CP-A significantly reduced reactive oxygen species(ROS),tumor necrosis factor-alpha(TNF-α),and interleukins(IL-6,IL-1β,IL-18)in LPS-induced cells while increasing IL-4 and IL-10 levels and enhancing the expression of Claudin-1,ZO-1,and occludin proteins in NCM460 cells.Correspondingly,in vivo findings revealed that CPA administration markedly improved DAI,reduced colon shortening,and decreased the production of myeloperoxidase(MPO),malondialdehyde(MDA),ROS,IL-1β,IL-18,and NOD-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3)inflammasome-associated genes/proteins in UC mice.CP-A treatment also elevated glutathione(GSH)and superoxide dismutase(SOD)levels,stimulated autophagy(LC3B,P62,Beclin-1,and ATG5),and reinforced Claudin-1 and ZO-1 expression,thereby aiding in intestinal epithelial barrier repair in colitis mice.Notably,the inhibition of autophagy via chloroquine(CQ)diminished CP-A’s protective impact against colitis in vivo.These findings elucidate that CP-A’s therapeutic effect on experimental colitis possibly involves mitigating intestinal inflammation through autophagymediated NLRP3 inflammasome inactivation.Consequently,inulin-type fructan CP-A emerges as a promising drug candidate for UC treatment.展开更多
Due to the severe restrictions of natural conditions and ecological environment,high-altitude mountainous areas usually become the"hard bones"in the battle against poverty.Xueshan Township,Luquan Yi and Miao...Due to the severe restrictions of natural conditions and ecological environment,high-altitude mountainous areas usually become the"hard bones"in the battle against poverty.Xueshan Township,Luquan Yi and Miao Autonomous County of Yunnan Province,located in the alpine valley of Jinsha River,is a major township with wide and deep poverty,and the incidence of poverty is up to 45.00%.In recent years,Xueshan Township has insisted on the battle against poverty,made effort to develop the Codonopsis pilosula industry,and successfully developed a road to poverty alleviation through C.pilosula industry,and formed a unique industrial poverty alleviation model by the end of 2018,the incidence of poverty dropped to 0.74%.Based on field survey and interview,this paper analyzes and summarizes the specific practices,main results,practical experience and promotion and application measures of the poverty alleviation model of C.pilosula planting industry in Xueshan Township,in the hope of providing certain reference for the targeted poverty alleviation in similar areas in Yunnan Province and other provinces of China.展开更多
[Objectives] To study the effects of Panax ginseng,Codonopsis pilosula and Pseudostellaria heterophylla on the growth and development of SD female rats. [Methods] The rats were randomly divided into control group,P. g...[Objectives] To study the effects of Panax ginseng,Codonopsis pilosula and Pseudostellaria heterophylla on the growth and development of SD female rats. [Methods] The rats were randomly divided into control group,P. ginseng group,C. pilosula group,and P. heterophylla group,intragastrically administered with physiological saline,P. ginseng,C. pilosula,and P. heterophylla for 2 weeks,daily vaginal smear inspection was performed,estradiol( E_2) level before and after intervention was detected,rats were dissected,took out ovary and uterus,and calculated the ovarian index and uterus index. [Results]In 4 groups of rats,there was no significant difference in the time of sexual maturity and ovarian index; compared with the control group,E_2 level of C. pilosula group and P. ginseng group were higher( P < 0. 05);compared with the control group and P. heterophylla group,the ovarian index of P. ginseng group was higher( P < 0. 05); compared with the control group,the body weight of three administration groups increased much more( P < 0. 05). [Conclusions] P. ginseng and C. pilosula may lead to sexual maturity of SD female rats,while P. ginseng,C. pilosula and P. heterophylla can promote increase of body weight of SD female rats.展开更多
Codonopsis pilosula(CP),a well-known food medicine homology plant,is commonly used in many countries.In our preliminary study,a series of pyrrolidine alkaloids with high MS responses were detected as characteristic ab...Codonopsis pilosula(CP),a well-known food medicine homology plant,is commonly used in many countries.In our preliminary study,a series of pyrrolidine alkaloids with high MS responses were detected as characteristic absorbed constituents in rat plasma after oral administration of CP extract.However,their structures were unclear due to the presence of various isomers and the lack of reference standards.In the present study,an MS-guided targeted isolation of pyrrolidine alkaloids of CP extract was performed by ultra-performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry(UPLC/Q-TOF MS).For data analysis under fast data directed acquisition mode(Fast-DDA),an effective approach named characteristic fragmentation-assisted mass spectral networking was successfully applied to discover new pyrrolidine alkaloids with high MS response in CP extract.As a result,seven new pyrrolizidine alkaloids[codonopyrrolidiums C–I(3–9)],together with two known ones(1 and 2),were isolated and identified by NMR spectral analysis.Among them,codonopyrrolidium B(1),codonopyrrolidium D(4)and codonopyrrolidium E(5)were evaluated for lipid-lowering activity,and they could improve high fructose-induced lipid accumulation in HepG2 cells.In addition,the characteristic MS/MS fragmentation patterns of these pyrrolizidine alkaloids were investigated,and 17 pyrrolidine alkaloids were identified.This approach could accelerate novel natural products discovery and characterize a class of natural products with MS/MS fragmentation patterns from similar chemical scaffolds.The research also provides a chemical basis for revealing in vivo effective substances in CP.展开更多
[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the inspection methods and quality grading standards for Codonopsis pilosula seeds. [Method] A total of 27 shares of C. pilosula seeds were collected and surveyed from six c...[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the inspection methods and quality grading standards for Codonopsis pilosula seeds. [Method] A total of 27 shares of C. pilosula seeds were collected and surveyed from six counties in Shanxi, Gansu and Shaanxi provinces. The inspection methods of various indicators, such as purity, 1 000-grain weight, germination rate, vitality and moisture content, were investigated in accordance with Rules for Agricultural Seed Testing （GB/T 3543.1-7, 1995）, to develop the appropriate quality inspection method for C. pilosula seeds. Based on the developed inspection method and procedures, the quality of 27 shares of C. pilosula seed samples from different regions was inspected, thus es- tablishing quality grading standards for C. pilosula seeds with K-center clustering method. [Result] C. pilosula seeds are suitable to be cultivated in cool regions. The optimal germination temperature was 25 ~C; the optimal germination bed was gauze bed; the optimal staining conditions were： staining temperature 40 ~, TTC concen- tration 0.5%, staining time 4 h. On the basis of cluster analysis, the quality of C. pilosula seeds could be divided into three grades according to five indicators, includ- ing the purity, 1 000-grain weight, moisture content, vitality, and germination rate. Specifically, vitality and germination rate were important factors of grading standards due to the significant differences, followed by purity, 1 000-grain weight and mois- ture content. [Conclusion] This study provided an important basis for standardized cultivation and industrial development of C. pilosula.展开更多
Currently,the mortality rate of malignant tumors ranks second globally,surpassed only by cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.The treatment of malignant tumors poses a formidable challenge to both modern medici...Currently,the mortality rate of malignant tumors ranks second globally,surpassed only by cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.The treatment of malignant tumors poses a formidable challenge to both modern medicine and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM).To date,TCM has developed a substantial foundational theoretical understanding and accumulated significant clinical experience in combating tumors.According to TCM foundational theories,"Qi deficiency"is a critical symptom associated with cancer,and"fortifying the body's vitality while expelling pathogens"is the cornerstone of TCM's approach to tumor treatment and bodily balance.Codonopsis pilosula(CP),a Qi-invigorating herb,is known to invigorat the spleen,benefit the lungs,nourish the blood,and promote bodily fluids.It is often employed as a substitute for ginseng in clinical settings.Prolonged clinical observations have identified key active constituents of CP,such as Codonopsis polysaccharides,isoimperatorin,saponins,lobetyolin,sesquiterpene lactones,and muscone.These ingredients exhibit various therapeutic properties,including anti-tumor,immunomodulatory,anti-infective,antioxidant,and hematopoiesis-enhancing effects.Additionally,when CP is combined with other TCM herbs like Astragalus and Atractylodes macrocephala,it bolsters the body's vital energy and rejuvenates both Qi and blood.CP can be used in combination with chemotherapy agents to mitigate the adverse effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy.Moreover,CP demonstrates potential in preventing precancerous lesions.This review summarizes recent research findings on the anti-tumor properties of CP,elucidates the anti-tumor effects and molecular mechanisms of its active components,provides a basis for promoting the utilization of CP resources and its active constituents,and offers insights for the research and development of new anti-tumor drugs.展开更多
OBJECTIVE To investigate the protective effect of Codonopsis Pilosula Polysaccharide(CPPS)on improving of the memory consolidation disorder induced by Cycloheximide and its possible mechanisms in mice.METHODS The mice...OBJECTIVE To investigate the protective effect of Codonopsis Pilosula Polysaccharide(CPPS)on improving of the memory consolidation disorder induced by Cycloheximide and its possible mechanisms in mice.METHODS The mice was divided into five groups,as normal control group,cycloheximid model group,piracetam positive control group,CPPS 300 mg·kg^(-1) group,and CPPS150 mg·kg^(-1) group.The mice respectively were given saline,piracetam,and CPPS for 15 d.The memory consolidation disorder model in mice was established by ip.Cyclohexylamine,and orally administered CPPS(300 mg·kg^(-1) or 150 mg·kg^(-1))every day.Then experimental groups were subjected Morris Water Maze test.Western blotting analysis were used to analysis the expression of Ca MKⅡ/CREB signaling pathways.RESULTS Morris water maze experiment showed that cyclohexylamine can cause memory consolidation disorder(P<0.01),and giving piracetam and CPPS(300 mg·kg-1)can improve spatial memory impairment in mice(P<0.05,P<0.01).Western blotting experiment results show that compared with normal control group,Ca MKⅡand CREB contents of brain in model group mice had significant decreased(P<0.001);Compared with model group,Ca MKⅡand CREB contents of brain tissue in piracetam and CPPS groups increased significantly(P<0.05,P<0.01,P<0.001).CONCLUSION Cycloheximide can induce the memory consolidation disorder,and its effect in mice related to Ca MK/CREB signaling pathways.CPPS can improved this memory disorder by influence Ca MKⅡ/CREB signaling pathways.展开更多
[Objectives]To study the effects of different storage methods and storage time on the quality of Codonopsis pilosula.[Methods]Experiment was performed by setting three different storage methods and times.[Results]When...[Objectives]To study the effects of different storage methods and storage time on the quality of Codonopsis pilosula.[Methods]Experiment was performed by setting three different storage methods and times.[Results]When stored for 12 months,the extract content in the natural storage,conventional sealing,and controlled atmosphere storage was slightly lower than 77.32%before storage,and decreased by 2.82%,3.62%,and 1.71%,respectively.When stored for 18 months,the extract content was 74.14%,73.21%,and 72.08%,decreased by 4.11%,5.31%,and 6.78%,respectively compared with that before storage,all of which met the specified content in Chinese Pharmacopoeia.[Conclusions]The three storage times had significant effects on moisture and extract content of C.pilosula,but had no significant effects on atractylenolide III.With the extension of storage time,the moisture,extract,and content declined,so the storage time theoretically should not exceed 12 months.展开更多
[Objectives] This study was conducted to further explore the yield increasing potential of Codonopsis pilosula, and to seek seedlings suitable for efficient production of C. pilosula. [Methods] The effects of C. pilos...[Objectives] This study was conducted to further explore the yield increasing potential of Codonopsis pilosula, and to seek seedlings suitable for efficient production of C. pilosula. [Methods] The effects of C. pilosula seedlings of different sizes on root yield and commercial quality under different cultivation densities were studied. [Results] The fourth-grade seedlings had the least input, the highest yield of 6 948 kg/hm^2, the largest output-to-input ratio at 18.3, the highest root weight proportion of the second-grade product at 58.1%, and the lowest root weight proportion of the first-grade product at 17.6%. Considering the yield, quality and economic benefits comprehensively, the treatment of the fourth-grade seedlings(seedling diameter≤4 mm) is the best choice, and the suitable plant spacing is 8 cm×22 cm. [Conclusions] The study provided a reference basis for the cost saving and efficiency improvement of C. pilosula production.展开更多
[Objectives]The paper was to establish in vitro propagation of an excellent germplasm of Codonopsis pilosula"Fengdang".[Methods]The effects of different plant growth regulators on callus induction and rediff...[Objectives]The paper was to establish in vitro propagation of an excellent germplasm of Codonopsis pilosula"Fengdang".[Methods]The effects of different plant growth regulators on callus induction and redifferentiation were tested by using sterile stem explants in vitro that germinated from seeds of superior"Fengdang"plant.[Results]The optimum medium for callus induction was MS+0.5 mg/L NAA+1.0 mg/L 16-BA.The optimal medium for bud differentiation was MS+0.1 mg/L NAA+0.5 mg/L 6-BA,and that for rooting was 1/2 MS+0.2 mg/L NAA+0.2 mg/L IBA.By using the media mentioned above,the rates of callus induction,bud differentiation and rooting reached 91%,100%and 97%,respectively.[Conclusions]The rapid propagation system of regenerated plants in vitro established in this study lays a foundation for the popularization and industrialized seedling of excellent germplasm of"Fengdang".展开更多
Three new sesquiterpene glycosides,named codonopsesquilosides A C(1 3),were isolated from an aqueous extract of the dried roots of Codonopsis pilosula.Their structures including absolute configurations were determined...Three new sesquiterpene glycosides,named codonopsesquilosides A C(1 3),were isolated from an aqueous extract of the dried roots of Codonopsis pilosula.Their structures including absolute configurations were determined by spectroscopic and chemical methods.These glycosides are categorized as C_(15) carotenoid(1),gymnomitrane(2),and eudesmane(3)types of sesquiterpenoids,respectively.Compound 1 is the first diglycoside of C_(15) carotenoids to be reported.Compound 2 represents the second reported example of gymnomitrane-type sesquiterpenoids from higher plants.The absolute configurations were supported by comparison of the experimental circular dichroism(CD)spectra with the calculated electronic CD(ECD)spectra of 13,their aglycones,and model compounds based on quantummechanical time-dependent density functional theory.The influences of the glycosyls on the calculated ECD spectra of the glycosidic sesquiterpenoids,as well as some nomenclature and descriptive problems with gymnomitrane-type sesquiterpenoids are discussed.展开更多
Objective To identify reliable reference genes（RGs） for normalization of real-time PCR（RT-q PCR） data in Codonopsis pilosula. Methods The expression profiles of 10 candidate RGs（GAPDH, ACT, α-TUB, β-TUB, UBQ, C...Objective To identify reliable reference genes（RGs） for normalization of real-time PCR（RT-q PCR） data in Codonopsis pilosula. Methods The expression profiles of 10 candidate RGs（GAPDH, ACT, α-TUB, β-TUB, UBQ, CYP, EF-1α, NAC, F-box and PP2A） were examined in C. pilosula during the phenological period. The raw materials examined included roots, stems, leaves, and flower buds at flowering and boll-forming stages, five growth stages of untreated and treated roots with plant growth retardant. The best-suited RGs were accessed using ge Norm, NormF inder, Best Keeper, and Ref Finder algorithms. Results The best-ranked references genes differed across the samples. GAPDH and PP2A were the most suitable for expression analysis in untreated tissues while GAPDH, α-TUB, and PP2A were ranked as the three most stably expressed genes in untreated roots, while NAC and CYP were the most stably expressed genes in stressed（i.e., treated） roots. The expression of UGPase, a key enzyme for CPP biosynthesis, was determined to further validate the selected RGs. Conclusion A total of 10 RGs can be used as reference genes of C. pilosula, however the appropriate one should be used as it may chance.展开更多
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32171958)Transformation Project of Scientific and Technological Achievements of Qinghai Province,China(No.2023-NK-101)Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai,China(No.22ZR1400900)。
文摘Codonopsis pilosula(C.pilosula),Astragalus membranaceus(A.membranaceus)and Angelica sinensis(A.sinensis)are three common medicinal and dietary tonifying herbs.In this research,the antimicrobial effects of their aqueous and ethanol extracts were analyzed by using the filter paper diffusion method and microdilution method.The results showed that the aqueous extracts of these three medicinal herbs had no significant inhibitory effect on the growth of four common food-contaminated microorganisms:Escherichia coli(E.coli),Staphylococcus aureus(S.aureus),Candida albicans(C.albicans)and Saccharomyces cerevisiae(S.cerevisiae).Only the C.pilosula ethanol extract(denoted as CEE)could significantly inhibit the growth of S.aureus.The antimicrobial and preservative effects of CEE were investigated by using carrot juice as a model.It was found that CEE exhibited significant synergistic antimicrobial and preservative effects with the chemical preservative benzoic acid.When benzoic acid was reduced to half of its conventional food preservative dosage,the combined addition could completely inhibit the growth of S.aureus within 6 d.CEE was further analyzed by high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)and primary mass spectrometry(MS1),and lobetyolin was preliminarily identified as the main active ingredient.The minimum inhibitory concentration(MIC)of lobetyolin was determined to be 40μg/mL when used alone.The cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay showed that both CEE and lobetyolin exhibited low cytotoxicity on human normal liver QSG-7701 cells at the preservative dosage,suggesting promising potential for developing safe and effective food preservatives from traditional Chinese medicinal herbs.
基金funded by the National Key R&D Plan(2022YFC3501804)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Public Welfare Research Institutes(No.ZZ13-YQ-049)National Natural Science Foundation of China(ZXKT22001).
文摘Codonopsis pilosula is a major Qi-tonifying medicinal herb,and its active composition is analyzed systematically.However,the relationship between its production origins and commodity specification grades with the active composition of C.pilosula lacks systematic research.This study integrates the HPLC and UV-Vis methodologies to evaluate the quality of C.pilosula from commodity specification grades and different origins,and it explores the correlation between ecological factors and production origins with active components.Here,network pharmacology is used to determine that lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I have potential efficacy in treating pulmonary fibrosis and oxidative stress.The HPLC and UV-Vis methods were employed to quantitatively analyse the levels of five active compounds from different origins and commodity specification grades.Ecological factors were collected from the different production origins with ArcGIS,and correlation analysis was conducted between these factors and the active components of C.pilosula to identify the key ecological influences that drive the accumulation of active compounds.Results showed that network pharmacology analyses indicated that the active components of C.pilosula,including lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I,bind to targets and exhibit antioxidant and antipulmonary fibrosis effects.Differences in the contents of active components across three commodity specification grades were not significant.The contents of active components in C.pilosula showed differences with varying origins,with the most variation observed in soluble sugar content,and notable variations are also observed in the levels of lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I,which could serve as potential biomarkers for different origins.Additionally,ecological factors influenced the accumulation of C.pilosula’s active components.The contents of soluble sugars and tangshenoside I were positively correlated with temperature and precipitation.Our study evaluated the active components of C.pilosula,and findings show that lobetyolin,syringin,and tangshenoside I have potential efficacy in treating pulmonary fibrosis and oxidative stress.The differences in the quality of C.pilosula across varying commodity specification grades are not significant.The different contents of C.pilosula across varying origins are significant,with soluble sugars and glycosides serving as potential markers for distinguishing C.pilosula from different origins.Moreover,ecological factors drove the accumulation of C.pilosula components.Soluble sugars and tangshenoside I content were particularly influenced by temperature and precipitation.Sand content and electrical conductivity significantly correlated with syringin,whereas organic carbon negatively influenced total flavonoids.This research provides a theoretical basis for the selection of the C.pilosula growing area and lays a foundation for the study of the C.pilosula quality standard.
基金Financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 30825044, 21132009)the Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University (PCSIRT, No. IRT1007)the National Science and Technology Project of China (Nos. 2012ZX09301002-002, 2011ZX0 9307-002-01) are acknowledged
文摘A neolignan codonopiloneolignanin A（1） with a novel 2,9：20,9：7,70-tricyclo-8,90-neolignane skeleton was isolated from an aqueous extract of the Codonopsis pilosula roots. Its structure including the absolute configuration was elucidated by extensive spectroscopic analysis, including 2D NMR and electronic circular dichroism calculation. The proposed biosynthetic pathway of compound 1 is also discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81904031)National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2019YFC1710800)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi Province(No.201901D211325)the Science Research Start-up Fund for Doctor of Shanxi Medical University(No.XD1802).
文摘Inulin-type fructan CP-A,a predominant polysaccharide in Codonopsis pilosula,demonstrates regulatory effects on immune activity and anti-inflammation.The efficacy of CP-A in treating ulcerative colitis(UC)is,however,not well-established.This study employed an in vitro lipopolysaccharide(LPS)-induced colonic epithelial cell model(NCM460)and an in vivo dextran sulfate sodium(DSS)-induced colitis mouse model to explore CP-A’s protective effects against experimental colitis and its underlying mechanisms.We monitored the clinical symptoms in mice using various parameters:body weight,disease activity index(DAI),colon length,spleen weight,and histopathological scores.Additionally,molecular markers were assessed through enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA),quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction(qRT-PCR),immunofluorescence(IF),immunohistochemistry(IHC),and Western blotting assays.Results showed that CP-A significantly reduced reactive oxygen species(ROS),tumor necrosis factor-alpha(TNF-α),and interleukins(IL-6,IL-1β,IL-18)in LPS-induced cells while increasing IL-4 and IL-10 levels and enhancing the expression of Claudin-1,ZO-1,and occludin proteins in NCM460 cells.Correspondingly,in vivo findings revealed that CPA administration markedly improved DAI,reduced colon shortening,and decreased the production of myeloperoxidase(MPO),malondialdehyde(MDA),ROS,IL-1β,IL-18,and NOD-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3)inflammasome-associated genes/proteins in UC mice.CP-A treatment also elevated glutathione(GSH)and superoxide dismutase(SOD)levels,stimulated autophagy(LC3B,P62,Beclin-1,and ATG5),and reinforced Claudin-1 and ZO-1 expression,thereby aiding in intestinal epithelial barrier repair in colitis mice.Notably,the inhibition of autophagy via chloroquine(CQ)diminished CP-A’s protective impact against colitis in vivo.These findings elucidate that CP-A’s therapeutic effect on experimental colitis possibly involves mitigating intestinal inflammation through autophagymediated NLRP3 inflammasome inactivation.Consequently,inulin-type fructan CP-A emerges as a promising drug candidate for UC treatment.
基金Commissioned Project of Office of Rural Work Leading Group of Kunming Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China"Study on the Poverty Alleviation Model of Kunming City in the Context of World Poverty Reduction"Construction Project of Party Branch Secretary’s Studio of"Double Leader"Teachers in Colleges and Universities of the Ministry of Education of China
文摘Due to the severe restrictions of natural conditions and ecological environment,high-altitude mountainous areas usually become the"hard bones"in the battle against poverty.Xueshan Township,Luquan Yi and Miao Autonomous County of Yunnan Province,located in the alpine valley of Jinsha River,is a major township with wide and deep poverty,and the incidence of poverty is up to 45.00%.In recent years,Xueshan Township has insisted on the battle against poverty,made effort to develop the Codonopsis pilosula industry,and successfully developed a road to poverty alleviation through C.pilosula industry,and formed a unique industrial poverty alleviation model by the end of 2018,the incidence of poverty dropped to 0.74%.Based on field survey and interview,this paper analyzes and summarizes the specific practices,main results,practical experience and promotion and application measures of the poverty alleviation model of C.pilosula planting industry in Xueshan Township,in the hope of providing certain reference for the targeted poverty alleviation in similar areas in Yunnan Province and other provinces of China.
基金Supported by Scientific Research Foundation of Shanghai Association of Chinese Integrative Medicine(ZXYK-1213)
文摘[Objectives] To study the effects of Panax ginseng,Codonopsis pilosula and Pseudostellaria heterophylla on the growth and development of SD female rats. [Methods] The rats were randomly divided into control group,P. ginseng group,C. pilosula group,and P. heterophylla group,intragastrically administered with physiological saline,P. ginseng,C. pilosula,and P. heterophylla for 2 weeks,daily vaginal smear inspection was performed,estradiol( E_2) level before and after intervention was detected,rats were dissected,took out ovary and uterus,and calculated the ovarian index and uterus index. [Results]In 4 groups of rats,there was no significant difference in the time of sexual maturity and ovarian index; compared with the control group,E_2 level of C. pilosula group and P. ginseng group were higher( P < 0. 05);compared with the control group and P. heterophylla group,the ovarian index of P. ginseng group was higher( P < 0. 05); compared with the control group,the body weight of three administration groups increased much more( P < 0. 05). [Conclusions] P. ginseng and C. pilosula may lead to sexual maturity of SD female rats,while P. ginseng,C. pilosula and P. heterophylla can promote increase of body weight of SD female rats.
基金The work was supported by the Science and Technology Projects in Guangzhou(No.202201010484)。
文摘Codonopsis pilosula(CP),a well-known food medicine homology plant,is commonly used in many countries.In our preliminary study,a series of pyrrolidine alkaloids with high MS responses were detected as characteristic absorbed constituents in rat plasma after oral administration of CP extract.However,their structures were unclear due to the presence of various isomers and the lack of reference standards.In the present study,an MS-guided targeted isolation of pyrrolidine alkaloids of CP extract was performed by ultra-performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry(UPLC/Q-TOF MS).For data analysis under fast data directed acquisition mode(Fast-DDA),an effective approach named characteristic fragmentation-assisted mass spectral networking was successfully applied to discover new pyrrolidine alkaloids with high MS response in CP extract.As a result,seven new pyrrolizidine alkaloids[codonopyrrolidiums C–I(3–9)],together with two known ones(1 and 2),were isolated and identified by NMR spectral analysis.Among them,codonopyrrolidium B(1),codonopyrrolidium D(4)and codonopyrrolidium E(5)were evaluated for lipid-lowering activity,and they could improve high fructose-induced lipid accumulation in HepG2 cells.In addition,the characteristic MS/MS fragmentation patterns of these pyrrolizidine alkaloids were investigated,and 17 pyrrolidine alkaloids were identified.This approach could accelerate novel natural products discovery and characterize a class of natural products with MS/MS fragmentation patterns from similar chemical scaffolds.The research also provides a chemical basis for revealing in vivo effective substances in CP.
基金Supported by"Twelfth Five Year"National Science and Technology Support Program of China(2011BA107B01)Key Scientific and Technological Project of Shanxi Province(20120313015-9)Scientific and Technological Project of Changzhi City(20118033-1)~~
文摘[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the inspection methods and quality grading standards for Codonopsis pilosula seeds. [Method] A total of 27 shares of C. pilosula seeds were collected and surveyed from six counties in Shanxi, Gansu and Shaanxi provinces. The inspection methods of various indicators, such as purity, 1 000-grain weight, germination rate, vitality and moisture content, were investigated in accordance with Rules for Agricultural Seed Testing （GB/T 3543.1-7, 1995）, to develop the appropriate quality inspection method for C. pilosula seeds. Based on the developed inspection method and procedures, the quality of 27 shares of C. pilosula seed samples from different regions was inspected, thus es- tablishing quality grading standards for C. pilosula seeds with K-center clustering method. [Result] C. pilosula seeds are suitable to be cultivated in cool regions. The optimal germination temperature was 25 ~C; the optimal germination bed was gauze bed; the optimal staining conditions were： staining temperature 40 ~, TTC concen- tration 0.5%, staining time 4 h. On the basis of cluster analysis, the quality of C. pilosula seeds could be divided into three grades according to five indicators, includ- ing the purity, 1 000-grain weight, moisture content, vitality, and germination rate. Specifically, vitality and germination rate were important factors of grading standards due to the significant differences, followed by purity, 1 000-grain weight and mois- ture content. [Conclusion] This study provided an important basis for standardized cultivation and industrial development of C. pilosula.
基金support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.82204696)the Natural Science Foundation project of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine(Grant No.XPT82204696).
文摘Currently,the mortality rate of malignant tumors ranks second globally,surpassed only by cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.The treatment of malignant tumors poses a formidable challenge to both modern medicine and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM).To date,TCM has developed a substantial foundational theoretical understanding and accumulated significant clinical experience in combating tumors.According to TCM foundational theories,"Qi deficiency"is a critical symptom associated with cancer,and"fortifying the body's vitality while expelling pathogens"is the cornerstone of TCM's approach to tumor treatment and bodily balance.Codonopsis pilosula(CP),a Qi-invigorating herb,is known to invigorat the spleen,benefit the lungs,nourish the blood,and promote bodily fluids.It is often employed as a substitute for ginseng in clinical settings.Prolonged clinical observations have identified key active constituents of CP,such as Codonopsis polysaccharides,isoimperatorin,saponins,lobetyolin,sesquiterpene lactones,and muscone.These ingredients exhibit various therapeutic properties,including anti-tumor,immunomodulatory,anti-infective,antioxidant,and hematopoiesis-enhancing effects.Additionally,when CP is combined with other TCM herbs like Astragalus and Atractylodes macrocephala,it bolsters the body's vital energy and rejuvenates both Qi and blood.CP can be used in combination with chemotherapy agents to mitigate the adverse effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy.Moreover,CP demonstrates potential in preventing precancerous lesions.This review summarizes recent research findings on the anti-tumor properties of CP,elucidates the anti-tumor effects and molecular mechanisms of its active components,provides a basis for promoting the utilization of CP resources and its active constituents,and offers insights for the research and development of new anti-tumor drugs.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation(81202192)Fund of Hebei Provincial Health Bureau(20130037)
文摘OBJECTIVE To investigate the protective effect of Codonopsis Pilosula Polysaccharide(CPPS)on improving of the memory consolidation disorder induced by Cycloheximide and its possible mechanisms in mice.METHODS The mice was divided into five groups,as normal control group,cycloheximid model group,piracetam positive control group,CPPS 300 mg·kg^(-1) group,and CPPS150 mg·kg^(-1) group.The mice respectively were given saline,piracetam,and CPPS for 15 d.The memory consolidation disorder model in mice was established by ip.Cyclohexylamine,and orally administered CPPS(300 mg·kg^(-1) or 150 mg·kg^(-1))every day.Then experimental groups were subjected Morris Water Maze test.Western blotting analysis were used to analysis the expression of Ca MKⅡ/CREB signaling pathways.RESULTS Morris water maze experiment showed that cyclohexylamine can cause memory consolidation disorder(P<0.01),and giving piracetam and CPPS(300 mg·kg-1)can improve spatial memory impairment in mice(P<0.05,P<0.01).Western blotting experiment results show that compared with normal control group,Ca MKⅡand CREB contents of brain in model group mice had significant decreased(P<0.001);Compared with model group,Ca MKⅡand CREB contents of brain tissue in piracetam and CPPS groups increased significantly(P<0.05,P<0.01,P<0.001).CONCLUSION Cycloheximide can induce the memory consolidation disorder,and its effect in mice related to Ca MK/CREB signaling pathways.CPPS can improved this memory disorder by influence Ca MKⅡ/CREB signaling pathways.
基金Supported by 2016 Shanxi Province Key R&D Plan"Research on Codonopsis pilosula Germplasm Resources and Standardized Production Technology(201603D3111005)Special Project of Zhendong Company"Study on High Quality and High Yield Cultivation Techniques of Codonopsis pilosula"(2016ZD0107)+1 种基金Traditional Chinese Medicine Standardization Project of State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine(ZYBZH-Y-JIN-34)Research and Application of Ecological Agriculture of Chinese Medicinal Materials Based on Landscape Layout(2017YFC1700702).
文摘[Objectives]To study the effects of different storage methods and storage time on the quality of Codonopsis pilosula.[Methods]Experiment was performed by setting three different storage methods and times.[Results]When stored for 12 months,the extract content in the natural storage,conventional sealing,and controlled atmosphere storage was slightly lower than 77.32%before storage,and decreased by 2.82%,3.62%,and 1.71%,respectively.When stored for 18 months,the extract content was 74.14%,73.21%,and 72.08%,decreased by 4.11%,5.31%,and 6.78%,respectively compared with that before storage,all of which met the specified content in Chinese Pharmacopoeia.[Conclusions]The three storage times had significant effects on moisture and extract content of C.pilosula,but had no significant effects on atractylenolide III.With the extension of storage time,the moisture,extract,and content declined,so the storage time theoretically should not exceed 12 months.
基金Supported by Shanxi Provincial Key Research and Development Project in 2016(201603D3111005)National Project for Standardization of Chinese Materia Medica(ZYBZH-Y-JIN-34)Study and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicine Ecological Agriculture Based on Landscape Layout(2017YFC1700702)
文摘[Objectives] This study was conducted to further explore the yield increasing potential of Codonopsis pilosula, and to seek seedlings suitable for efficient production of C. pilosula. [Methods] The effects of C. pilosula seedlings of different sizes on root yield and commercial quality under different cultivation densities were studied. [Results] The fourth-grade seedlings had the least input, the highest yield of 6 948 kg/hm^2, the largest output-to-input ratio at 18.3, the highest root weight proportion of the second-grade product at 58.1%, and the lowest root weight proportion of the first-grade product at 17.6%. Considering the yield, quality and economic benefits comprehensively, the treatment of the fourth-grade seedlings(seedling diameter≤4 mm) is the best choice, and the suitable plant spacing is 8 cm×22 cm. [Conclusions] The study provided a reference basis for the cost saving and efficiency improvement of C. pilosula production.
文摘[Objectives]The paper was to establish in vitro propagation of an excellent germplasm of Codonopsis pilosula"Fengdang".[Methods]The effects of different plant growth regulators on callus induction and redifferentiation were tested by using sterile stem explants in vitro that germinated from seeds of superior"Fengdang"plant.[Results]The optimum medium for callus induction was MS+0.5 mg/L NAA+1.0 mg/L 16-BA.The optimal medium for bud differentiation was MS+0.1 mg/L NAA+0.5 mg/L 6-BA,and that for rooting was 1/2 MS+0.2 mg/L NAA+0.2 mg/L IBA.By using the media mentioned above,the rates of callus induction,bud differentiation and rooting reached 91%,100%and 97%,respectively.[Conclusions]The rapid propagation system of regenerated plants in vitro established in this study lays a foundation for the popularization and industrialized seedling of excellent germplasm of"Fengdang".
基金Financial support from the National Natural Sciences Foundation of China(NNSFC,Grant Nos.30825044 and 20932007)the Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University(PCSIRT,Grant No.IRT1007)the National Science and Technology Project of China(Nos.2012ZX09301002-002 and 2011ZX09307-002-01)
文摘Three new sesquiterpene glycosides,named codonopsesquilosides A C(1 3),were isolated from an aqueous extract of the dried roots of Codonopsis pilosula.Their structures including absolute configurations were determined by spectroscopic and chemical methods.These glycosides are categorized as C_(15) carotenoid(1),gymnomitrane(2),and eudesmane(3)types of sesquiterpenoids,respectively.Compound 1 is the first diglycoside of C_(15) carotenoids to be reported.Compound 2 represents the second reported example of gymnomitrane-type sesquiterpenoids from higher plants.The absolute configurations were supported by comparison of the experimental circular dichroism(CD)spectra with the calculated electronic CD(ECD)spectra of 13,their aglycones,and model compounds based on quantummechanical time-dependent density functional theory.The influences of the glycosyls on the calculated ECD spectra of the glycosidic sesquiterpenoids,as well as some nomenclature and descriptive problems with gymnomitrane-type sesquiterpenoids are discussed.
基金National Key Technology Research and Development Program of Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2011BAI07B07)National Natural Science Foundation of China(81072987)+1 种基金Top Science and Technology Innovation Teams of Higher Learning Institutions of Shanxi Province(201401)Fund for Shanxi Key Subjects Construction(FSKSC)(201612)
文摘Objective To identify reliable reference genes（RGs） for normalization of real-time PCR（RT-q PCR） data in Codonopsis pilosula. Methods The expression profiles of 10 candidate RGs（GAPDH, ACT, α-TUB, β-TUB, UBQ, CYP, EF-1α, NAC, F-box and PP2A） were examined in C. pilosula during the phenological period. The raw materials examined included roots, stems, leaves, and flower buds at flowering and boll-forming stages, five growth stages of untreated and treated roots with plant growth retardant. The best-suited RGs were accessed using ge Norm, NormF inder, Best Keeper, and Ref Finder algorithms. Results The best-ranked references genes differed across the samples. GAPDH and PP2A were the most suitable for expression analysis in untreated tissues while GAPDH, α-TUB, and PP2A were ranked as the three most stably expressed genes in untreated roots, while NAC and CYP were the most stably expressed genes in stressed（i.e., treated） roots. The expression of UGPase, a key enzyme for CPP biosynthesis, was determined to further validate the selected RGs. Conclusion A total of 10 RGs can be used as reference genes of C. pilosula, however the appropriate one should be used as it may chance.
