Alnus hirsuta
Alnus hirsuta, commonly known as the hairy alder, is a resilient deciduous tree native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Renowned for its medicinal properties, this species is traditionally used in folk medicine to treat various ailments, leveraging its unique phytochemical profile to promote healing and wellness.
- Scientific name: Alnus hirsuta
- Family: Betulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fagales, situated in the family Betulaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Alnus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Betulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alnus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Alnus hirsuta, is referred to by various regional names across different languages. In Russian, it is called Ольха пушистая, while in Azerbaijani, it is known as Yumşaqtüklü qızılağac. In Polish, the name used is Olsza szorstka, and in Icelandic, it is identified as Hæruölur. Additionally, in Turkish, it is commonly called Mançurya kızılağacı.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Ольха пушистая | Wikidata |
| az | Yumşaqtüklü qızılağac | Wikidata |
| pl | Olsza szorstka | Wikidata |
| is | Hæruölur | Wikidata |
| tr | Mançurya kızılağacı | Wikidata |
| ko | 물오리나무 | Wikidata |
| zh | 辽东桤木 | Wikidata |
| ru | Ольха шерстистая | Wikidata |
| nl | Olsza szorstka | Wikidata |
| zh | 色赤杨 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across the rugged terrains of Northern Asia. Within the vast region of Siberia, it can be found growing in Buryatiya, Chita, and Yakutiya. Its presence extends further east into the diverse landscapes of the Russian Far East. Specifically, the species inhabits the Amur region and stretches as far as Kamchatka. Consequently, these varied locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in specific Siberian and Far Eastern ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Yakutiya | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kamchatka | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Magadan | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Alnus hirsuta, commonly known as the hairy alder, utilizes its bark as a significant anatomical feature. The bark serves as a protective outer layer for the stem and branches, shielding the inner vascular tissues from environmental stressors. In various medicinal contexts, the bark of such species is often studied for its chemical constituents, which may contain tannins or other bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's overall biological profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Alnus hirsuta has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include platyphyllenone, platyphyllone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| platyphyllenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| platyphyllone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Alnus hirsuta has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |