Hippophae neurocarpa
Hippophae neurocarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Hippophae neurocarpa, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned for its high antioxidant content, it plays a vital role in supporting neurological health and cognitive function. This versatile botanical offers natural solutions for enhancing brain vitality and overall systemic wellness.
- Family
- Elaeagnaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Hippophae Rhamnoides Subsp. Neurocarpa
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hippophae neurocarpaSynonyms
- Hippophae rhamnoides subsp. neurocarpa
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Rosales and falls into the family Elaeagnaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Hippophae, specifically the species neurocarpa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae |
| Genus | Hippophae |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is native to specific mountainous regions within the vast landscape of China. Its primary distribution can be found throughout the South-Central parts of the country. Additionally, it inhabits the high-altitude terrains located in the Qinghai province. The species also grows naturally within the unique environment of Tibet. Together, these three locations define the core geographical range of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Qinghai |
| China | Tibet |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Hippophae neurocarpa has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- The Plant journal : for cell and molecular biology
Chemicals
Hippophae neurocarpa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROPHYLL, serotonin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROPHYLL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| serotonin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROPHYLL
- The Plant journal : for cell and molecular biology
serotonin
- The Plant journal : for cell and molecular biology