Beilschmiedia erythrophloia

Beilschmiedia erythrophloia, commonly known as the Red-Barked Beilschmiedia, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its unique botanical properties. Characterized by its distinctive reddish bark, this species is deeply rooted in traditional healing practices, offering potent bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments and support overall holistic wellness.

  • Scientific name: Beilschmiedia erythrophloia
  • Family: Lauraceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Beilschmiedia erythrophloia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Laurales and the family Lauraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Beilschmiedia.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Laurales WCVP
Family Lauraceae WCVP
Genus Beilschmiedia WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Beilschmiedia erythrophloia, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In mainland China, it is referred to by the name 台琼楠 (zh), while in Taiwan, it is commonly called 瓊楠 (zh-tw).
Language Common Name Source
zh 台琼楠 Wikidata
zh-tw 瓊楠 Wikidata

Distribution

This plant, Beilschmiedia erythrophloia, exhibits a specific geographical range across several subtropical regions. In Eastern Asia, its distribution includes the Nansei-shotō islands. It is also documented as being native to the island of Taiwan. Furthermore, the species extends its reach into the Indo-China region. Specifically, its presence is noted within the country of Vietnam.

Region Area Source
Eastern Asia Nansei-shoto WCVP
Eastern Asia Taiwan WCVP
Indo-China Vietnam WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Beilschmiedia erythrophloia, utilizes various anatomical structures for its medicinal properties, most notably its roots and leaves. The roots are often sought after in traditional practices for their bioactive compounds, while the leaves serve as a primary source of concentrated phytochemicals used in decoctions or topical applications. Together, these specific plant parts contribute to the overall therapeutic profile of the species.
Total parts
2
Scientific sources
2
Plant Part Sources Confidence
roots 1 ★☆☆☆☆
leaf 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Beilschmiedia erythrophloia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include beilcyclone A, erythrophloin C, suberosol B.

Total chemicals
3
Scientific sources
3

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
beilcyclone A 1 ★☆☆☆☆
erythrophloin C 1 ★☆☆☆☆
suberosol B 1 ★☆☆☆☆