Berberis amurensis
Amur barberry
Berberis amurensis, commonly known as Amur barberry, is a deciduous shrub prized for its medicinal and ornamental qualities. Rich in alkaloids like berberine, it is traditionally used to support digestive health and combat inflammation. Its vibrant foliage and berries make it a versatile addition to both gardens and pharmacopeias.
- Scientific name: Berberis amurensis
- Family: Berberidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Berberidaceae. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed within the genus Berberis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Berberidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Berberis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by various names depending on the region and language, including Барбарис амурский in Russian, Amur-Berberitze in German, and Amur zirinci in Azerbaijani. In Chinese, it is referred to as 黄芦木, while in Korean, it is commonly called 매발톱나무.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Барбарис амурский | Wikidata |
| de | Amur-Berberitze | Wikidata |
| az | Amur zirinci | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄芦木 | Wikidata |
| ko | 매발톱나무 | Wikidata |
| is | Drekabroddur | Wikidata |
| bg | амурски кисел трън | Wikidata |
| nl | Siberische zuurbes | Wikidata |
| ja | ヒロハヘビノボラズ | Wikidata |
| hy | Կծոխուր ամուրյան | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the eastern reaches of the Asian continent. In the Russian Far East, it can be found growing across several distinct regions, including Amur and Khabarovsk. Its presence extends further south into the Primorye territory and across the island of Sakhalin. Beyond the Russian borders, the species also inhabits parts of China, specifically within the Inner Mongolia region. Together, these locations define the natural geographical range of Berberis amurensis.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Berberis amurensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Berbamine, berbamine.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Berbamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berbamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Berberis amurensis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hepatocellular carcinoma, leukemia.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hepatocellular carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |