Eleutherococcus
Eleutherococcus, commonly known as Siberian ginseng, is a powerful adaptogen renowned for its ability to bolster the immune system and combat fatigue. Unlike true ginseng, it helps the body resist physical and emotional stress, enhancing mental clarity and energy levels while supporting overall metabolic balance and long-term vitality.
- Scientific name: Eleutherococcus
- Family: Araliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Apiales and the family Araliaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Eleutherococcus.
| 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 exhibits a specific distribution primarily focused within the regions of the Russian Far East. It can be found growing across the Amur territory and throughout the Khabarovsk region. Furthermore, its presence extends to the coastal areas of Primorye and the island of Sakhalin. Beyond Russia, the species also inhabits parts of China, specifically within the South-Central region. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eleutherococcus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, lignans, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eleutherococcus has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Adaptogen, Antioxidant, Neuroprotective.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptogen | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eleutherococcus has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, myocardial infarction.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myocardial infarction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |