urn-fruit beauty-berry
Callicarpa macrophylla · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (35 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
urn-fruit beauty-berry, scientifically known as Callicarpa macrophylla, is a striking deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant, metallic-purple fruit clusters. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value, traditionally utilized in various cultures for its medicinal properties, particularly in treating skin ailments and supporting overall wellness.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Urn-Fruit Beauty-Berry
- Scientific synonyms
- Callicarpa Dunniana · Callicarpa Incana · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- urn-fruit beauty-berry
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Callicarpa dunniana
- Callicarpa incana
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Callicarpa macrophyllaSynonyms
- Callicarpa dunniana
- Callicarpa incana
- Callicarpa macrophylla var. kouytchensis
- Callicarpa macrophylla var. griffithii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Callicarpa.
| 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 exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple regions across Asia and the Indian Ocean. In East Asia, it can be found throughout South-Central China and Southeast China. Its presence extends to the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the regions of Assam and Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species has a notable distribution in the Western Indian Ocean, where it is located on the island of Réunion. Together, these locations highlight the wide ecological range of Callicarpa macrophylla.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Callicarpa macrophylla, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, primarily focusing on its lush green leaves and other aerial parts. The leaves are often the most significant element harvested for therapeutic use, containing bioactive compounds that contribute to its traditional healing applications. Furthermore, the entire collection of aerial parts, which includes the stems and flowers above the ground, can be utilized in preparations to harness the full spectrum of the plant's natural benefits.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Callicarpa macrophylla has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Calliterpenone, 1,8-Cineole, ALPHA-SELINENE, BETA-SELINENE, Chrysoeriol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Calliterpenone | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-Cineole | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-SELINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SELINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chrysoeriol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dendrolasin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Holophyllin F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Longipinocarvone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phyllocladene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Calliterpenone
- World journal of microbiology & biotechnology
- Frontiers in plant science
1,8-Cineole
- Medicines (Basel, Switzerland)
ALPHA-SELINENE
- Natural product communications
BETA-SELINENE
- Natural product communications
Chrysoeriol
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA
Dendrolasin
- Natural product communications
Holophyllin F
- Fitoterapia
Longipinocarvone
- Medicines (Basel, Switzerland)
luteolin
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA
phyllocladene
- Medicines (Basel, Switzerland)
Activities
Callicarpa macrophylla has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antipyretic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Callicarpa macrophylla has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antipyretic, inflammation, lipid peroxidation, uric acid.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antipyretic | Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lipid peroxidation | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| uric acid | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| fruit oil | Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf and fruit essential oils | Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf and fruit oils | Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |