Eriobotrya
Eriobotrya · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Eriobotrya, scientifically known as Eriobotrya japonica, is a versatile evergreen shrub prized for its medicinal and nutritional properties. Commonly called the loquat, its leaves and fruits are utilized in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments, digestive issues, and inflammation, offering a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
EriobotryaDistribution
This plant, known as Eriobotrya, exhibits a specific distribution across various regions of Southwestern Europe. It can be found growing in the Balearic Islands, which are part of the Baleares archipelago. Additionally, its presence is noted in the island of Corse and the coastal regions of France. The species also extends its reach to the territory of Portugal. Finally, its geographical range includes the Mediterranean island of Sardegna.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Macaronesia | Azores |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Eriobotrya has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM