Elsholtzia fruticosa
Elsholtzia fruticosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (290 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Elsholtzia fruticosa, is a deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its medicinal and ornamental qualities. Often called the Japanese Katsura, it possesses unique bioactive compounds used in traditional practices to support various health benefits, making it a fascinating subject for ethnobotanical study and herbalism.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Elsholtzia fruticosaDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In China, its distribution is widespread, covering the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Additionally, the species can be found growing within the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet. Beyond China, its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. Together, these locations highlight the broad environmental adaptability of Elsholtzia fruticosa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Elsholtzia fruticosa has 71 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-Ocimene, (z)-ocimene, 1,8-Cineole, 1-OCTEN-3-OL, 3-HEXYL ACETATE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-Ocimene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (z)-ocimene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-Cineole | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-OCTEN-3-OL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-HEXYL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allo-Aromadendrene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha terpinene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aromadendrene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(E)-Ocimene
- Dr. Duke
(z)-ocimene
- Dr. Duke
1,8-Cineole
- Dr. Duke
1-OCTEN-3-OL
- Dr. Duke
3-HEXYL ACETATE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
Allo-Aromadendrene
- Dr. Duke
Alpha terpinene
- Dr. Duke
Aromadendrene
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Elsholtzia fruticosa has 205 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |