Fagus engleriana
Fagus englerianą, commonly known as the Eastern beech, is a resilient deciduous tree native to North America. While primarily valued for its timber and ecological significance, various parts of the tree hold traditional medicinal potential, offering antioxidant properties and soothing benefits used in historical herbal remedies to support overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Fagus engleriana
- Family: Fagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Fagales and the family Fagaceae. Ultimately, it is identified under the genus Fagus as the species Fagus englerianana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Fagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fagus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Fagus engleriana, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the Asian continent. Its native range is primarily concentrated within the diverse landscapes of China. Specifically, the species can be found growing throughout the China South-Central region. Furthermore, its presence extends into the mountainous areas of China North-Central. Finally, the geographical footprint of this medicinal plant includes the forested terrains of China Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Fagus engleriana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include karanjin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| karanjin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |