Camellia euphlebia
Camellia euphlebia, commonly known as the Veined Camellia, is a distinctive medicinal plant prized for its unique physiological properties. Renowned for its intricate leaf patterns, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. Traditional healers utilize its components to treat various ailments, highlighting its growing importance in modern botanical pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Camellia euphlebia
- Family: Theaceae
- 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 Ericales, it is classified under the family Theaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Camellia, specifically as the species Camellia euphlebia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Theaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Camellia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in Southeast China, where it finds suitable ecological niches. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, it is documented as growing within the borders of Vietnam. These locations define the natural habitat where the species can be observed in the wild.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Camellia euphlebia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Corymboside, Kaempferol 7-O-rhamnoside, okicamelliaside, quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Corymboside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol 7-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| okicamelliaside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |