Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala, commonly known as Amur ginseng maple, is a resilient deciduous tree valued in traditional medicine. Its bark and leaves contain bioactive compounds with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Often utilized in herbal remedies, this subspecies offers therapeutic potential for supporting cellular health and immune function.
- Scientific name: Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Sapindaceae and the genus Acer. As a subspecies of Acer tataricum, it represents a specific taxonomic lineage within the maple group.
| 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 broad distribution across various regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found spanning from Germany through Hungary to the area of Czechia-Slovakia. Moving toward the Mediterranean region, its presence extends into Southeastern Europe within Italy. Additionally, the species reaches further north into the Eastern European territories of the Baltic States. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range inhabited by this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Chemopreventive.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chemopreventive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include aging, chronic diseases.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |