Ficus erecta
Japanese fig
Ficus erecta, commonly known as the upright fig, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique botanical structure, this species offers diverse therapeutic potential. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which may provide significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for various health conditions.
- Scientific name: Ficus erecta
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Moraceae, it is classified under the genus Ficus. Specifically, this medicinal species is identified as Ficus erecta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ficus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Ficus erecta, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Korean, it is called 천선과나무, while in Japanese, it is commonly known as イヌビワ. In Chinese, the names vary slightly by region and simplified/traditional script, being called 矮小天仙果 in both mainland China (zh-cn) and general Chinese (zh), whereas in Taiwan, it is known as 假枇杷 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ko | 천선과나무 | Wikidata |
| ja | イヌビワ | Wikidata |
| zh | 矮小天仙果 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 假枇杷 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 矮小天仙果 | Wikidata |
| ml | ജാപ്പനീസ് അത്തിപ്പഴം | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 矮小天仙果 | Wikidata |
| zh | 天师果 | Wikidata |
| zh | 狭叶鹿饭 | Wikidata |
| zh | 天仙果 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in East Asia. Within China, it is primarily found in the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range extends further into Eastern Asia, where it is documented in Japan and Korea. Additionally, the species can be located within the Nansei-shoto islands. These specific locations define the natural habitat and spread of Ficus erecta.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Ficus erecta, is a medicinal species where various components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The whole plant is often employed in traditional remedies, as its systemic qualities are believed to offer diverse health benefits. Specifically, the leaves are frequently harvested and prepared for topical or internal applications due to their concentrated bioactive compounds. Furthermore, the sturdy stem can also be incorporated into medicinal preparations, contributing to the overall efficacy of the plant in healing processes.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| whole plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ficus erecta has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 6a, neolignans.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 6a | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neolignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ficus erecta has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's Disease, cognitive impairment.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cognitive impairment | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |