Betula pubescens var. litwinowii
Betula pubescens var. litwinowii, commonly known as the Litwinowii birch, is a specialized variety valued for its unique medicinal properties. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to support systemic health, offering potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits through its bark and sap.
- Scientific name: Betula pubescens var. litwinowii
- Family: Betulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fagales, falling into the family Betulaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Betula as the specific variety Betula pubescens var. litwinowii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Betulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Betula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Betula pubescens var. litwinowii, is recognized by its specific regional common name in Turkey, where it is referred to as Kafkas tüylü huşu.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| tr | Kafkas tüylü huşu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several key regions in Western Asia and the Caucasus. In the Caucasus region, its presence is documented within the North Caucasus. Furthermore, it can be found throughout the Transcaucasus area. Moving into Western Asia, the species is distributed across the territory of Türkiye. Finally, its range extends further south into the country of Iran.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Betula pubescens var. litwinowii, is primarily valued for its medicinal properties derived from its essential oil. This volatile oil is typically extracted from the plant's leaves and bark, containing various bioactive compounds that contribute to its therapeutic effects. The essential oil serves as a concentrated source of phytochemicals, making it a key component in various traditional and pharmaceutical applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Betula pubescens var. litwinowii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |