Daphne acutiloba
Daphne acuutiloba, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub in traditional herbal practices, is highly valued for its unique bioactive compounds. Primarily found in specific East Asian regions, this plant is studied for its potential therapeutic properties, particularly in treating inflammatory conditions and supporting overall systemic health through natural extracts.
- Scientific name: Daphne acutiloba
- Family: Thymelaeaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Daphne | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Daphne acutiloba has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid n-octadecyl ester, daphnenin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid n-octadecyl ester | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daphnenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Daphne acutiloba has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |