Berberis gracilipes
Berberis gracilipes · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (139 studies) · ★★★☆☆
, scientifically known as Berberis gracilipes, is a distinctive medicinal shrub valued in traditional herbal practices. Native to specific mountainous regions, this plant contains potent bioactive compounds. It is primarily recognized for its therapeutic potential in treating various ailments, offering significant pharmacological benefits through its unique chemical constituents and properties.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Berberis gracilipesDistribution
This plant is primarily found within a specific region of East Asia. Its documented geographical distribution is concentrated in the South-Central part of China. Within this territory, it thrives in local habitats that support its growth requirements. Because its range is relatively limited, it is considered an endemic species to this specific area. Therefore, understanding its presence in South-Central China is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Berberis gracilipes has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Columbamine, Jatrorrhizine, Oxyberberine, Palmatine, berberine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Columbamine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Jatrorrhizine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxyberberine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Palmatine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Berberis gracilipes has 134 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (+)-Inotropic, Abortifacient, Adrenocorticotrophic, Adrenolytic, Amebicide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adrenocorticotrophic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adrenolytic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amebicide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacne | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiadrenergic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |