Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensis
Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (129 studies) · ★★★☆☆
, scientifically known as Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensis, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to high-altitude regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this variety is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies. Its bark and roots are particularly valued for their therapeutic properties in supporting overall holistic wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensisDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range also extends into the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species is present in the state of Assam. Finally, it is widely distributed across the East Himalaya region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-Ampelopsin, (+)-Isotetrandrine, berberine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Ampelopsin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (+)-Isotetrandrine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(+)-Ampelopsin
- Dr. Duke
(+)-Isotetrandrine
- Dr. Duke
berberine
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Berberis napaulensis var. napaulensis has 126 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (+)-Inotropic, Abortifacient, Adrenolytic, Amebicide, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |