Aralia elata var. elata
Aralia elaata var. elaata, commonly known as the Japanese Angelica Tree, is a deciduous shrub prized in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its adaptogenic properties, it is frequently utilized to support immune function, reduce inflammation, and alleviate fatigue, offering a natural approach to enhancing overall vitality and resilience.
- Scientific name: Aralia elata var. elata
- Family: Araliaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aralia elaata var. elata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Apiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Araliaceae and the genus Aralia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Araliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aralia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Aralia elata var. elata, is known by several distinct common names in Chinese depending on the regional context or specific part used. It is frequently referred to as 刺老鸦, 刺龙牙, 龙牙楤木, 湖北楤木, or 楤木叶.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 刺老鸦 | Wikidata |
| zh | 刺龙牙 | Wikidata |
| zh | 龙牙楤木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 湖北楤木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 楤木叶 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented in Denmark and Sweden. It is also found within the island territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species extends its range into Austria. These locations collectively define the known environmental footprint of this medicinal variety.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aralia elata var. elata, possesses several distinct botanical components that are frequently utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The morphological structure includes sturdy stems and extensive underground systems, specifically the roots and the root cortex, which form the foundational base of the specimen. For therapeutic applications, various segments are harvested, including the leaves, which are often studied for their bioactive properties, as well as the specific tissues of the lower structure such as the root bark, stem barks, and the roots themselves.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root bark | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stem barks | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root cortex | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aralia elata var. elata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |