Actaea japonica
Actaea japonica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Actaea japonica, scientifically known as Actaea japonica, is a perennial herb native to East Asia, characterized by its striking white flower clusters and dark berries. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant is valued for its bioactive compounds, which are often studied for their potential anti-inflammatory and therapeutic properties.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Aerial Parts
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Actaea japonicaDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several key regions across East Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in the South-Central and North-Central territories. Its presence is also documented in the Southeast regions of China and on the island of Hainan. Beyond the Chinese mainland, the species extends its range into the easternmost parts of the continent. Specifically, this medicinal plant is well-established throughout the various landscapes of Japan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Actaea japonica, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through the use of its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which encompass the stems, leaves, and flowering structures, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic applications. In traditional practices, these aerial parts are often collected during specific growth stages to ensure the potency of the plant's natural constituents.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Actaea japonica has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Acerinol glycoside.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Acerinol glycoside | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |