Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureus
Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (99 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureus, is a distinctive deciduous shrub prized for its striking deep-purple foliage. While primarily ornamental, this species holds traditional significance in various herbal practices. Understanding its botanical characteristics and potential medicinal properties is essential for exploring its unique role in ethnobotany.
- Family
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- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureusDistribution
This plant exhibits a highly diverse and fragmented geographical distribution across multiple continents. In Central Asia, it can be found growing in the specific region of Tajikistan. Its range extends across North America, spanning from the province of Ontario in Eastern Canada to the Northwestern United States in Montana. Furthermore, the species is established within the North-Central United States, specifically throughout Illinois and Iowa. This wide dispersal pattern highlights the plant's ability to inhabit varied ecological zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Montana | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Iowa | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Kansas | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Minnesota | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Missouri | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | North Dakota | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Nebraska | WCVP |
Chemicals
Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureus has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cerotic acid, Phytosterols, Tannin, asparagine, citric acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cerotic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytosterols | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asparagine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| citric acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dulcitol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galactitol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linoleic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tartaric acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Euonymus atropurpureus var. atropurpureus has 89 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Acidifier, Additive, Allergenic, Alpha-Amylase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidifier | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Additive | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Amylase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiMS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacne | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialopecic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |