Elsholtzia nipponica
Elsholtzia nipponica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Moderate (130 studies) · ★★★☆☆
scientifically known as Elsholtzia nipponica, is a deciduous tree prized in traditional herbalism. Native to East Asia, its various parts are utilized for their therapeutic potential. Often integrated into holistic practices, this species offers unique botanical properties that continue to intrigue researchers studying natural medicinal compounds and wellness.
- 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 nipponicaDistribution
This plant is native to the specific regions of Eastern Asia. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the islands of Japan. Within this territory, it thrives in certain ecological niches suitable for its growth. The geographical range of the species is relatively limited to this particular part of the world. Consequently, its wild distribution remains a defining characteristic of its habitat.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Elsholtzia nipponica has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Citral, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, Neryl acetate, P-CYMENE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Citral | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GERANIOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LIMONENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neryl acetate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P-CYMENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Citral
- Dr. Duke
GERANIOL
- Dr. Duke
LIMONENE
- Dr. Duke
Neryl acetate
- Dr. Duke
P-CYMENE
- Dr. Duke
phenol
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Elsholtzia nipponica has 124 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide, Allelochemic, Allergenic, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiMS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiadenomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |