Sakhalin Fir
Abies sachalinensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (62 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Sakhalin Fir, scientifically known as Abies sachalinensis, is a resilient coniferous species native to East Asia. Renowned for its rich essential oils and bioactive compounds, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, offering significant potential in natural pharmacology and therapeutic wellness applications.
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Sakhalin Fir
- Scientific synonyms
- Pinus Sachalinensis · Abies Nephrolepis Subsp. Sachalinensis · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- Sakhalin Fir
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Abeto de Sajalín
- Abeto de Sajalin
- abeto de Sachalin
German:
- Sachalin-Tanne
- Sachalintanne
French:
- Sapin de Sakhaline
- sapin de Sakhaline
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Abies sachalinensisSynonyms
- Pinus sachalinensis
- Abies nephrolepis subsp. sachalinensis
- Abies veitchii var. sachalinensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Pinidae and order Pinales, it is a member of the family Pinaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Abiies and the specific species Abiies sachalinensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Pinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Abies | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the rugged landscapes of the Russian Far East. Specifically, its range includes the volcanic regions of the Kamchatka Peninsula. It can also be found throughout the Kuril Islands and the island of Sakhalin. Beyond the Russian territories, the species extends its reach into Eastern Asia. Most notably, its geographical presence encompasses the various islands of Japan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Kamchatka | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Abies sachalinensis, is a coniferous species where various components are utilized for their biological properties. The needle-like leaves are often studied for their chemical constituents, while the thick, protective layers of the bark serve as a significant source of bioactive compounds. Depending on the specific preparation method, both the inner and outer bark parts are harvested to extract the medicinal elements necessary for traditional or scientific applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Abies sachalinensis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ALPHA-PINENE, Abiesinol A, Borneol, CAMPHENE, EO.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ALPHA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abiesinol A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Borneol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Todomatuic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ALPHA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
Abiesinol A
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Borneol
- Dr. Duke
CAMPHENE
- Dr. Duke
EO
- Dr. Duke
Todomatuic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Abies sachalinensis has 52 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, Allelochemic, Allelopathic, Allergenic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacne | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibronchitic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Abies sachalinensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| MeOH extract of the bark | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |