Crataegus chungtienensis
Crataegus chungtienensis, commonly known as the Chungtien hawthorn, is a medicinal plant native to specific East Asian regions. Valued in traditional herbal medicine, it is primarily recognized for its potential cardiovascular benefits. This species offers unique phytochemical properties, making it a subject of interest for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Crataegus chungtienensis
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rosaceae and falls under the genus Crataegus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crataegus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Crataegus chungtienensis, is known by the common name 中甸山楂 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 中甸山楂 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Crataegus chungtienensis, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Its natural habitat is found exclusively within the borders of China. More specifically, the species is distributed throughout the South-Central region of the country. This concentrated distribution suggests that the plant thrives under the particular environmental conditions found in these provinces. Consequently, its occurrence is a defining characteristic of the botanical landscape in South-Central China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Crataegus chungtiensis, is utilized in traditional medicine primarily through its fruit. The fleshy pomes produced by the species contain various bioactive compounds that contribute to its therapeutic properties. In medicinal applications, these fruits are often processed into decoctions or extracts to harness their potential health benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Crataegus chungtienensis has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cis-aconitic acid, flavonoids, maltotetraose, stachyose, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cis-aconitic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| maltotetraose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stachyose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |