chinese-gossberry
Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Chinese-gosberry, scientifically known as Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosas, is a nutrient-dense fruit celebrated for its medicinal properties. Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, it supports immune function and digestive health. Often used in traditional remedies, this versatile plant offers significant therapeutic benefits for overall wellness and vitality.
- Family
- Actinidiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Fruit · Root
- Common names
- Chinese-Gossberry
- Scientific synonyms
- Actinidia Chinensis F. Chlorocarpa · Actinidia Deliciosa · 6 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- chinese-gossberry
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosaSynonyms
- Actinidia chinensis f. chlorocarpa
- Actinidia deliciosa
- Actinidia deliciosa var. chlorocarpa
- Actinidia deliciosa var. longipila
- Actinidia chinensis f. longipila
- Actinidia deliciosa var. coloris
- Actinidia latifolia var. deliciosa
- Actinidia chinensis var. hispida
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Chinesische Stachelbeere
- Chinesischer Strahlengriffel
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ericales and the family Actinidiaceae. It is further categorized under the genus Actinidia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Actinidiaceae |
| Genus | Actinidia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution can be traced to the country of Sweden. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found within the borders of Austria, Germany, and the Czechia-Slovakia region. Additionally, its range extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically reaching Italy. These varied locations highlight the plant's ability to adapt to different European environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
| New Zealand | New Zealand North |
| New Zealand | New Zealand South |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosa has 3 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, root, stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Root
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Stem
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Chemicals
Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosa has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ascorbic acid, FAT, HEPTACOSANE, Melezitose, Ph.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ascorbic acid | 3 supporting sources | ★★☆☆☆ |
| FAT | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HEPTACOSANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Melezitose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ph | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ascorbic acid
- Food chemistry
- Journal of pharmacopuncture
- World journal of clinical cases
FAT
- Journal of pharmacopuncture
HEPTACOSANE
- Food chemistry
Melezitose
- Food chemistry
Ph
- Journal of pharmacopuncture
oleic acid
- Food chemistry
Activities
Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosa has 7 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant, Antiproliferative, Antipyretic, Antitumor.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Analgesic
- Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Antioxidant
- Journal of food biochemistry
Antiproliferative
- Journal of food biochemistry
Antipyretic
- Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Antitumor
- Journal of food biochemistry
Hypoglycemic
- Journal of food biochemistry
Hypolipidemic
- Journal of food biochemistry
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| EEAD | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanol extract of Actinidia deliciosa | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| extract | Microbial pathogenesis (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polar extract | Microbial pathogenesis (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots of Actinidia deliciosa | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems of Actinidia deliciosa | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water vapor distilling | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |