Fraxinus mandshurica
Fraxinus mandschurica
Fraxinus mandshurica, commonly known as the Manchurian ash, is a versatile medicinal plant prized in traditional practices. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, promote circulation, and alleviate pain. This resilient species offers significant therapeutic potential for various holistic health treatments and remedies.
- Scientific name: Fraxinus mandshurica
- Family: Oleaceae
- 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 Lamiales, it is classified under the family Oleaceae and the genus Fraxinus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fraxinus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Fraxinus mandshurica, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is called 水曲柳 (zh-hans), 水曲柳 (zh-hant), and 水曲柳 (zh-hk), while in German, it is known as Mandschurische Esche, and in Japanese, it is called ヤチダモ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 水曲柳 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 水曲柳 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 水曲柳 | Wikidata |
| de | Mandschurische Esche | Wikidata |
| ja | ヤチダモ | Wikidata |
| ru | Ясень маньчжурский | Wikidata |
| ko | 들메나무 | Wikidata |
| en | Fraxinus mandschurica | Wikidata |
| az | Mancur göyrüşü | Wikidata |
| ar | مران منشوري | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is naturally distributed across several key regions within the Russian Far East. It can be found growing in the Amur region, where it establishes itself in local ecosystems. Its range extends further into the Khabarovsk territory and throughout the Primorye area. Additionally, the species inhabits the islands of the Kuril archipelago. Finally, its geographical presence is also confirmed on the island of Sakhalin.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Fraxinus mandshurica, utilizes various anatomical components for its medicinal properties and biological functions. The leaves are typically pinnately compound, providing the surface area necessary for photosynthesis and containing specific phytochemicals. The stems serve as the structural backbone, transporting water and nutrients throughout the organism, while the bark acts as a protective outer layer that often stores secondary metabolites used in traditional remedies. Additionally, the roots anchor the plant firmly into the soil and facilitate the absorption of essential minerals and moisture required for its growth and chemical composition.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Fraxinus mandshurica has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Calceolarioside A, Cichoriin, Fraxinol, secoiridoids.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Calceolarioside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cichoriin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fraxinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| secoiridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Fraxinus mandshurica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Immunosuppressant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Immunosuppressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Fraxinus mandshurica has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, chronic bronchitis, heat, psoriasis.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| heat | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| psoriasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |