Hippophae sinensis
Hipphoahe sinensis, commonly known as Sea Buckthorn, is a resilient shrub celebrated in traditional medicine. Renowned for its nutrient-dense berries, it is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. This potent plant offers remarkable healing properties, supporting skin health, immunity, and cardiovascular wellness through its unique bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Hippophae sinensis
- Family: Elaeagnaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Rosales and the family Elaeagnaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Hippophae.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hippophae | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Hippophae sinensis, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 中国沙棘 (zh), while specifically in mainland China, the name used is 中国沙棘 (zh-CN), and in Taiwan, it is designated as 中國沙棘 (zh-TW).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 中国沙棘 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 中国沙棘 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 中國沙棘 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Hippophae sinensis, exhibits a broad and diverse geographical range across several key regions of China. Its distribution is notably prominent within the South-Central part of the country. Additionally, the species can be found extending northward into the Inner Mongolia region. It also inhabits the North-Central territories of China, showcasing its adaptability to varying climates. Finally, its presence is documented in the high-altitude environments of Qinghai.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hippophae sinensis, commonly known as sea buckthorn, is highly valued for its medicinal properties, particularly regarding its fruit and components. While many of its therapeutic benefits are derived from the nutrient-rich berries, the seeds also play a significant role in its medicinal profile. The seeds contain essential fatty acids and bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's overall healing potential, often being processed into oils used for their anti-inflammatory and skin-regenerative qualities.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |