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Craibiodendron henryi

Craibiodendron henryi · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Craibiodendron henryi, scientifically known as Craibiodendron henryi, is a rare and significant medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this botanical treasure offers profound potential in traditional healing practices, providing natural compounds that serve as vital resources for modern pharmacological research and development.

Family
Ericaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Craibiodendron Henryi Var. Bidoupense · Craibiodendron Mannii

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Craibiodendron henryi

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, placing it in the family Ericaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Craibiodendron.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Ericales WCVP
Family Ericaceae WCVP
Genus Craibiodendron WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found specifically in the South-Central areas as well as the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it inhabits the state of Assam and the East Himalaya region. Furthermore, the species is documented to grow within the Indo-China territory, specifically in Myanmar. Together, these locations highlight the plant's presence across diverse mountainous and subtropical landscapes.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China Tibet WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP
Indo-China Thailand WCVP
Indo-China Vietnam WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Craibiodendron henryi, is a medicinal species where specific anatomical components are utilized for their therapeutic properties, most notably the roots. The roots serve as a vital part of the plant's structure, anchoring it into the soil while acting as a reservoir for various bioactive compounds. In traditional medicinal practices, these roots are often harvested and processed to extract the natural elements necessary for healing applications.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
root Journal of natural products (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Craibiodendron henryi has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Epicatechin, (-)-Isolariciresinol-2a-O-beta-D-xylopyranoside, 10-O-cis-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid, 10-O-trans-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid, 10-O-trans-p-coumaroylscandoside.

Chemicals reported in Craibiodendron henryi
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
(-)-Epicatechin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(-)-Isolariciresinol-2a-O-beta-D-xylopyranoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
10-O-cis-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
10-O-trans-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
10-O-trans-p-coumaroylscandoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
BETA-SITOSTEROL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Daucosterol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Lyoniside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
OCTACOSANOIC ACID 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Proanthocyanidin A-2 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

(-)-Epicatechin

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

(-)-Isolariciresinol-2a-O-beta-D-xylopyranoside

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

10-O-cis-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid

  1. Journal of natural products

10-O-trans-p-coumaroyldesacetyl asperulosidic acid

  1. Journal of natural products

10-O-trans-p-coumaroylscandoside

  1. Journal of natural products

BETA-SITOSTEROL

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Daucosterol

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Lyoniside

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

OCTACOSANOIC ACID

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Proanthocyanidin A-2

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
95% ethanolic extract Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
roots of Craibiodendron henryi Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆