Chaenomeles speciosa
Chaenomeles speciosa, commonly known as the Chinese rose or prickly rose, is a versatile medicinal plant deeply rooted in traditional practices. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties, it is widely utilized to treat digestive ailments, skin infections, and various inflammatory conditions, offering significant therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Chaenomeles speciosa
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is further categorized into the family Rosaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Chaenomeles.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chaenomeles | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Chaenomeles speciosa, is recognized by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Japan, it is referred to as ボケ, while in Korea, it is called 산당화. The Sorbian name for the species is Chinska kwětula, and in Chinese, it is known as 皱皮木瓜. Additionally, in Swedish, the plant is referred to as Stor rosenkvitten.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | ボケ | Wikidata |
| ko | 산당화 | Wikidata |
| hsb | Chinska kwětula | Wikidata |
| zh | 皱皮木瓜 | Wikidata |
| sv | Stor rosenkvitten | Wikidata |
| cy | Coeden gwins Tsieina | Wikidata |
| cs | kdoulovec ozdobný | Wikidata |
| be | Хенамелес лагенарыя | Wikidata |
| fi | kiinanruusukvitteni | Wikidata |
| et | Sile ebaküdoonia | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across various regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution can be identified within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it is commonly found in Germany, Poland, and Switzerland. Additionally, the species extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically occurring in France. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range inhabited by the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Chaenomeles speciosa, utilizes various components for medicinal purposes. The therapeutic properties can be found in the woody twigs, which are often processed into medicinal slices for decoctions. During its blooming period, the plant produces delicate flowers, which eventually develop into its characteristic fruits. In many traditional preparations, these dried fruits are specifically harvested and used to extract their healing benefits.- Total parts
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| slices | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Potent neuraminidase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory substances | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Chaenomeles speciosa has 24 reported phytochemicals identified across 32 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, chlorogenic acid, oleanolic acid, terpenoids, triterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 24
- Scientific sources
- 32
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenes | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ursolic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2'-methoxyaucuparin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carbon Quantum Dots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glucosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chaenomeles speciosa has 13 reported activities identified across 21 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 21
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperlipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Chaenomeles speciosa has 19 reported medicinal uses identified across 26 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include dysentery, enteritis, beriberi, cholera, rheumatism.
- Total uses
- 19
- Scientific sources
- 26
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| dysentery | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| enteritis | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| beriberi | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cholera | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antihyperlipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |