Actinidia chinensis
Golden kiwi
Actinidia chinensis, commonly known as the Chinese kiwi, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, it supports immune function and digestive health. Beyond its nutritional benefits, its bioactive compounds offer potential therapeutic properties in modern pharmacological research and wellness.
- Scientific name: Actinidia chinensis
- Family: Actinidiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Actinidia chinensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Ericales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Actinidiaceae and is situated within the genus Actinidia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Actinidiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Actinidia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Actinidia chinensis, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Estonian, it is called Hiina aktiniidia, while in Chinese, its names vary slightly by script and localization: it is known as 中华猕猴桃 (zh-hans and zh-cn), 中華獼猴桃 (zh-hant), and 中華獼猴桃 (zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| et | Hiina aktiniidia | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 中华猕猴桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 中華獼猴桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 中華獼猴桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 中华猕猴桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 中华猕猴桃 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 中華獼猴桃 | Wikidata |
| pl | aktinidia chińska | Wikidata |
| oc | Actinidia sinensis | Wikidata |
| hsb | Chinski kiwijowc | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse distribution across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be identified within the borders of Sweden. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found inhabiting the landscapes of Austria, Germany, and the Czechia-Slovakia region. Additionally, the plant extends its range further south into Southeastern Europe, specifically within Italy. Together, these locations highlight the varied geographical spread of Actinidia chinensis across the territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| New Zealand | New Zealand North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Actinidia chinensis, contains various components that hold medicinal significance, most notably the root. The root of this species is often utilized in traditional practices due to its specific biochemical properties. While the fruit is the most widely recognized part of the plant, the root serves as a vital structural and functional element used in various herbal preparations.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Actinidia chinensis has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 23-hydroxyursolic acid, 2alpha-hydroxyoleanolic acid, 2alpha-hydroxyursolic acid, Malondialdehyde, abscisic acid (ABA).
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 23-hydroxyursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2alpha-hydroxyoleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2alpha-hydroxyursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Malondialdehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abscisic acid (ABA) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| euscaphic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peroxidase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| superoxide dismutase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Actinidia chinensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |