Eleutherococcus henryi
Eleutherococcus henryi, commonly known as Henry's Siberian ginseng, is a potent medicinal shrub valued for its adaptogenic properties. Native to East Asia, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine to enhance physical stamina, reduce fatigue, and bolster the immune system, offering natural support for stress management and overall vitality.
- Scientific name: Eleutherococcus henryi
- Family: Araliaceae
- 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. It is further classified within the order Apiales and the family Araliaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Eleutherococcus, specifically as the species Eleutherococcus henryi.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Araliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eleutherococcus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Eleutherococcus henryi, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the diverse landscapes of China. It can be found growing within the regions of China South-Central, where the climate supports its development. Additionally, its range extends into the areas of China North-Central. The species is also documented to inhabit the provinces located in China Southeast. Consequently, these three distinct regions define the primary geographical footprint of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eleutherococcus henryi has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include compound 6.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| compound 6 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eleutherococcus henryi has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eleutherococcus henryi has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include amnesia, arthritis, hepatitis, mental fatigue, neuroinflammation.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| amnesia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mental fatigue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuroinflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |