Chimaphila umbellata
Chimaphila umbellata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (249 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Chimaphila umbellata, is a perennial evergreen herb native to North America. Commonly called Pipsissewa, this woodland plant features leathery leaves and bell-shaped flowers. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine, it is primarily utilized for its diuretic properties and its ability to support urinary tract health.
- Family
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- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Chimaphila umbellataDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented throughout Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Moving toward the central part of the continent, it can also be found in Middle Europe. Specifically, the species is recorded within the borders of Austria. Consequently, its range spans from the northernmost Scandinavian territories down to the central European landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Chimaphila umbellata has 25 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Epicatechin gallate, Avicularin, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Chimaphilin, Epicatechin gallate.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Epicatechin gallate | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Avicularin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chimaphilin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epicatechin gallate | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GUM | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HENTRIACONTANE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hyperoside | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isohomoarbutin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NONACOSANE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chimaphila umbellata has 221 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, Abortifacient, Absorbent, Acetyl-CoA-Carboxylase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acetyl-CoA-Carboxylase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anaphrodisiac | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |