Acer rubrum
Acer rubrum, commonly known as the red maple, is a versatile tree valued for its striking seasonal foliage. Beyond its ornamental beauty, various parts of the plant have been utilized in traditional folk medicine to address inflammatory conditions, supporting respiratory health and promoting overall wellness through its unique bioactive properties.
- Scientific name: Acer rubrum
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Sapindales and the family Sapindaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Acer.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Acer | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging geographical distribution that spans across several continents and diverse climates. In Northern Europe, its presence can be observed within the landscapes of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is commonly found throughout Germany and Poland. Its range continues eastward into the territories of Central European Russia. Finally, the distribution extends across the Atlantic to include Western Canada, specifically within British Columbia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Western Canada | British Columbia | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | New Brunswick | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Nova Scotia | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Prince Edward I. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acer rubrum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ginnalin A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ginnalin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Acer rubrum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Acer rubrum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include advanced glycation end-products, antidiabetic, colon cancer.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| advanced glycation end-products | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| colon cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |