Korean angelica-tree

Names

Common Names

• Japanese angelica-tree
• Japanese aralia
• Japanese angelica tree

Regional and Traditional Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Dimorphanthus elatus
• Aralia chinensis var. elata
• Aralia spinosa var. elata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Araliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Aralia.

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark, Great Britain, and Ireland. It can also be found growing within the territories of Sweden. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is recorded in Austria. These locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in both northern and central climates.

Plant Parts

Chemicals

Aralia elata has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Saponins, Araloside C, Calenduloside E, CE, CEA.

Most Reported Compounds

Activities

Aralia elata has 3 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cardioprotective, Hypoglycemic, Antioxidant.

Most Reported Activities

Medicinal Uses

Aralia elata has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, atherosclerosis, breast cancer, cough, hepatic steatosis.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations