Berberis japonica
Berberis japonica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Extensive (165 studies) · ★★★★☆
, scientifically known as Berberis japonica, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its roots and bark contain bioactive alkaloids. This resilient plant is frequently utilized to support digestive health, regulate blood sugar, and promote overall systemic wellness.
- Family
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- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Berberis japonicaDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad and varied geographical distribution across several continents. In Eastern Asia, it is naturally found in the regions of Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. Its range also extends into Central Asia, specifically within the borders of Uzbekistan. Furthermore, the species can be located in Southwestern Europe, notably in Portugal. These diverse locations highlight the wide ecological adaptability of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Berberis japonica has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Columbamine, Coptisine, Jatrorrhizine, Magnoflorine, Palmatine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Columbamine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coptisine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Jatrorrhizine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Magnoflorine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Palmatine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arabinose | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glucose | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mannose | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| xylose | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Berberis japonica has 153 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (+)-Inotropic, Abortifacient, Acetylcholinergic, Adrenocorticotrophic, Adrenolytic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acetylcholinergic | 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiUTI | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |