Daphne acutiloba
Daphne acutiloba · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Daphne acuutiloba, scientifically known as Daphne acuutiloba, is a remarkable medicinal shrub native to East Asia. Valued in traditional practices, this species contains unique bioactive compounds used to treat inflammation and skin conditions. Understanding its phytochemical properties offers vital insights into developing modern therapeutic treatments for various ailments.
- Family
- Thymelaeaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Daphne Odora Subsp. Acutiloba
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Daphne acutilobaSynonyms
- Daphne odora subsp. acutiloba
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malvales, it is classified under the family Thymelaeaceae and specifically identified by the genus Daphne. As a member of the Daphne acuutiloba species, it occupies a distinct position within this taxonomic hierarchy.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
| Genus | Daphne |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Daphne acuutiloba, possesses a very specific and localized geographical distribution. It is primarily found within the natural landscapes of China. More specifically, its occurrence is concentrated in the South-Central region of the country. This particular area provides the unique environmental conditions necessary for the species to thrive. Consequently, its range is limited to these specific territories within the South-Central Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Ecology
The ecology of Daphne acuutiloba is characterized by its specific adaptation to montane environments, where it occupies a distinct vertical niche within its habitat. This species thrives across a substantial altitudinal gradient, primarily distributed within high-altitude zones. Its elevational range spans from a minimum of 1400 m AMSL to a maximum of 3000 m AMSL, indicating a broad capacity to tolerate varying degrees of mountain climate complexity. The plant reaches its optimal ecological equilibrium at a mean elevation of approximately 2200 m AMSL, a mid-altitude belt that likely provides the specific temperature and moisture regimes required for its growth and survival.
- Elevational range max:
- 3000 m AMSL
- Elevational range mean:
- 2200 m AMSL
- Elevational range min:
- 1400 m AMSL
Life history
The life history of Daphne acuutiloba is characterized by its nature as a perennial species, allowing it to persist in its environment over many growing seasons rather than completing its cycle within a single year. Throughout its existence, the plant maintains an evergreen status, meaning it retains its foliage year-round instead of shedding leaves seasonally. This combination of a long-lived perennial lifecycle and evergreen foliage enables the plant to maintain consistent photosynthetic activity and structural presence across different temporal stages of its development.
- Deciduousness :
- evergreen
- Lifecycle :
- perennial
Morphology
The morphology of Daphne acuutiloba is characterized by its growth form as a woody shrub. As a self-supporting plant, it does not require external structures for climbing, maintaining a stable structural habit. In terms of stature, the species exhibits variable plant height, typically ranging from a minimum of 0.5 m to a maximum of 2 m, with an average height of approximately 1.25 m.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Plant height max:
- 2 m
- Plant height mean:
- 1.25 m
- Plant height min:
- 0.5 m
- Woodiness :
- woody
Physiology
The physiological characteristics of the foliage in Daphne acuutiloba are defined by a specific range of morphological dimensions that reflect its vegetative growth patterns. The leaves exhibit significant variability in size, with lengths typically ranging from a minimum of 4 cm to a mean of 7 cm, though they can reach a maximum extent of up to 10 cm. Correspondingly, the leaf width fluctuates between a minimum of 1.2 cm and a maximum of 3.6 cm, maintaining an average width of approximately 2.4 cm. These dimensions suggest a structural adaptation in leaf surface area that supports the plant's metabolic requirements and photosynthetic efficiency.
- Leaf length max:
- 10 cm
- Leaf length mean:
- 7 cm
- Leaf length min:
- 4 cm
- Leaf width max:
- 3.6 cm
- Leaf width mean:
- 2.4 cm
- Leaf width min:
- 1.2 cm
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Daphne acutiloba has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caffeic acid n-octadecyl ester, Daphnenin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeic acid n-octadecyl ester | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daphnenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Caffeic acid n-octadecyl ester
- Planta medica
Daphnenin
- Planta medica
Conditions
Daphne acutiloba has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include HIV.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hiv | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hiv
- Planta medica