Camellia huana
Camellia huana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Camellia huahua, scientifically known as Camellia huahua, is a remarkable medicinal plant cherished in traditional herbalism. Native to specific subtropical regions, it offers potent bioactive compounds known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This versatile botanical serves as a vital resource for natural healing and modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Theaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Camellia Liberofilamenta
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Camellia huanaSynonyms
- Camellia liberofilamenta
Sources: Wikidata
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 and the genus Camellia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found in the specific regions of China. Its distribution is concentrated within the South-Central part of the country. Within this geographic zone, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the terrain. This localized presence makes it a characteristic species of the South-Central Chinese landscape. Consequently, understanding its habitat in this specific area is essential for its study.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Camellia huana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Alcohols, Carotenoids, Esters, Terpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carotenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Esters | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Alcohols
- BMC plant biology
Carotenoids
- BMC plant biology
Esters
- BMC plant biology
Terpenoids
- BMC plant biology