Callicarpa cathayana
Callicarpa cathayana, commonly known as the Beautyberry, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to East Asia. Renowned for its vibrant purple berries, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Traditional practices utilize its leaves and stems to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, making it a valuable botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Callicarpa cathayana
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Callicarpa. Specifically, Callicarpa cathayana represents a distinct species within this botanical lineage.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Callicarpa | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within specific regions of East Asia. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the South-Central part of China. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the Southeast regions of the country. These two areas define its core geographical distribution. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to the ecosystems of these Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Callicarpa cathayana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include clerodane diterpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| clerodane diterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |