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Acer ginnala

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Acer ginnala, scientifically known as Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala, is a versatile deciduous shrub prized in traditional medicine. Renowned for its antioxidant properties, its bark and fruits are utilized to support circulatory health and reduce inflammation. This resilient species offers significant therapeutic potential in various holistic healing practices.

Family
Sapindaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Amur Maple · Ginnala Maple
Scientific synonyms
Acer Ginnala F. Coccineum · Acer Ginnala · 7 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Arce de Manchuria

German:

  • Feuer-Ahorn
  • Feuer-Ahorn
  • Mongolischer Steppen-Ahorn

French:

  • Acer tataricum ginnala
  • érable du fleuve Amour
  • Érable de l'Amour

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Sapindales
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Hungary
Southeastern Europe Italy
Eastern Europe Baltic States
Eastern Europe East European Russia
Siberia Altay
Russian Far East Amur
Russian Far East Khabarovsk
Russian Far East Primorye

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Plant parts reported in Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Leaf 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Leaf

  1. Scientific reports

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.

Chemicals reported in Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
polyphenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

polyphenols

  1. Acta pharmaceutica Sinica. B

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.

Activities reported in Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Chemopreventive 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Chemopreventive

  1. Scientific reports

Conditions

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include aging, chronic diseases.

Conditions investigated for Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Aging 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Chronic diseases 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aging

  1. Acta pharmaceutica Sinica. B

Chronic diseases

  1. Acta pharmaceutica Sinica. B

Preparations

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala has 3 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ku-jin tea, ethanol extracts, methanolic extract.

Preparations reported for Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ku-jin tea 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ethanol extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Methanolic extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ku-jin tea

  1. Scientific reports

Ethanol extracts

  1. Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry

Methanolic extract

  1. Journal of food science