Amelanchier × spicata

Amelanchier spicata

Amelanchier × spicata, commonly known as a hybrid medicinal plant, possesses unique therapeutic potential. Renowned for its diverse phytochemical profile, this species is studied for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Integrating traditional knowledge with modern science, it offers promising applications in natural pharmacology and holistic wellness treatments worldwide.

  • Scientific name: Amelanchier × spicata
  • Family: Rosaceae
  • Native range: Not available

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it falls under the family Rosaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Amelanchier.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Rosales WCVP
Family Rosaceae WCVP
Genus Amelanchier WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Amelancier × spicata, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is called Amelanchier spicata, while in Polish, it is known as Świdośliwkowa kłosowa. In Azerbaijan, the plant is called Sünbülvari irqa, and in Lithuania, it is identified as Varpinė medlieva. Finally, in Finnish, it is commonly referred to as isotuomipihlaja.
Language Common Name Source
pl Świdośliwka kłosowa Wikidata
en Amelanchier spicata Wikidata
az Sünbülvari irqa Wikidata
lt Varpinė medlieva Wikidata
fi isotuomipihlaja Wikidata
hsb Kłóskaty muchownik Wikidata
sv Häggmispel Wikidata
da Aks-Bærmispel Wikidata
be Ірга каласістая Wikidata
de Amelanchier spicata Wikidata

Plant Parts

This plant, Amelancier × spicata, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its medicinal profile. These leaves are characterized by their specific shape and arrangement along the stem, serving as the main site for the plant's bioactive compounds. In traditional applications, the leaves are often the most frequently harvested part for preparing infusions or topical treatments, as they contain the essential chemical constituents required for its therapeutic effects.
Total parts
1
Scientific sources
1
Plant Part Sources Confidence
Leaves 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Amelanchier × spicata has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Chlorogenic acid, hyperoside, neochlorogenic acid, quercitrin, rutin.

Total chemicals
5
Scientific sources
5

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Chlorogenic acid 1 ★☆☆☆☆
hyperoside 1 ★☆☆☆☆
neochlorogenic acid 1 ★☆☆☆☆
quercitrin 1 ★☆☆☆☆
rutin 1 ★☆☆☆☆