Berberis sheridaniana
Berberis sheridaniana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (143 studies) · ★★★☆☆
, scientifically known as Berberis sheridaniana, is a remarkable medicinal shrub prized for its therapeutic potential. Native to specific subtropical regions, this plant contains potent bioactive compounds, including alkaloids, which offer anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It serves as a vital resource in traditional herbal medicine for various healing applications.
- 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 sheridanianaDistribution
This plant is specifically found within a restricted geographical range. Its occurrence is limited to the South-Central region of China. Within this territory, it thrives in particular ecological niches suitable for its growth. Because its distribution is so localized, it is considered an endemic species to this area. Consequently, understanding its habitat in South-Central China is vital for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Berberis sheridaniana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Jatrorrhizine, Palmatine, berberine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Jatrorrhizine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Palmatine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| berberine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Jatrorrhizine
- Dr. Duke
Palmatine
- Dr. Duke
berberine
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Berberis sheridaniana 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 | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |