Euryale
Euryale, commonly known as Gorgon nut or Fox nut, is a versatile aquatic plant revered in traditional medicine. Prized for its nutrient-dense seeds, it offers significant therapeutic benefits, including aiding digestion, improving sleep, and reducing inflammation. This resilient plant remains a vital staple in holistic wellness and nutritional practices.
- Scientific name: Euryale
- Family: Nymphaeaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and falls under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Nymphaeaales, it is classified under the family Nymphaeaceae. Specifically, this medicinal species is identified by the genus Euryale.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Nymphaeales | WCVP |
| Family | Nymphaeaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Euryale | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Euryale, is recognized by various regional monikers depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Euryale, while in Chinese, it is known as 欧瑞莱 (Ōuruìlái).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is specifically noted within the Primorye region. The species is also widely spread throughout various parts of China, including the South-Central areas and the island of Hainan. Furthermore, its range extends to the northern reaches of China, encompassing Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. Together, these locations define the primary natural habitats where Euryale can be found.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Euryale has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include triterpenoid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| triterpenoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Euryale has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |