Callicarpa pilosissima
Callicarpa pilosissima, commonly known as the Beautyberry, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its vibrant berries, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Traditionally used to treat skin ailments and inflammation, its bioactive compounds provide a natural foundation for various holistic healing practices and remedies.
- Scientific name: Callicarpa pilosissima
- 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 specifically classified under the genus Callicarpa. Therefore, its full taxonomic identity is established as Callicarpa pilossissima.
| 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 specifically recognized for its limited and localized presence within the natural landscape. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the region of Eastern Asia. Within this vast territory, the species can be found growing in Taiwan. This specific location serves as its primary habitat for survival and reproduction. Consequently, the plant's range is quite restricted to this particular island environment.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Callicarpa pilosissima has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-hydroxyphenethyl tetradecanoate, callicarpic acid A, callicarpic acid B.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4-hydroxyphenethyl tetradecanoate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| callicarpic acid A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| callicarpic acid B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Callicarpa pilosissima has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitubercular.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitubercular | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |