Indian-elm
Holoptelea integrifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (60 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Indian-elm, scientifically known as Holopttelea integrifolia, is a versatile medicinal plant cherished in traditional healing. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to address various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to internal inflammation. Understanding its unique botanical characteristics is essential for exploring its significant pharmacological potential.
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaves · Bark
- Common names
- Indian-Elm · Jungle Corktree · 1 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Ulmus Integrifolia
Names
Common Names
- Indian-elm
- jungle corktree
- Indian elm
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Holoptelea integrifoliaSynonyms
- Ulmus integrifolia
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, it is classified under the family Ulmaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Holoptelea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Ulmaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Holoptelea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of India and its neighboring territories. Specifically, its presence is documented in the lush environments of Assam and throughout Bangladesh. The species also extends its range into the rugged terrain of the East Himalaya. Additionally, this medicinal plant is known to inhabit the mountainous areas of Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Holoptelea integrifolia, possesses distinct morphological features in its vegetative structures that are often studied for their medicinal properties. The leaves are typically characterized by their specific shape and arrangement along the stem, serving as a primary site for photosynthetic activity. Additionally, the bark of the plant forms a protective outer layer around the stem and branches, containing various chemical compounds that are frequently the focus of traditional pharmacological interests.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Holoptelea integrifolia has 23 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,4-Naphthalenedione, Betulin, CALCIUM, CO, CR.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,4-Naphthalenedione | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Betulin | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | Journal of food science and technology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CO | Journal of food science and technology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CR | Journal of food science and technology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CU | Journal of food science and technology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FE | Journal of food science and technology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glycosides | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hexacosanol | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Holoptelea integrifolia has 15 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Adaptogenic, Analgesic, Anthelmintic, Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | BioMed research international (and other 3 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Adaptogenic | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiemetic | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antineoplastic | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Holoptelea integrifolia has 16 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, MRSA, breast cancer, cutaneous leishmaniasis, eczema.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | BioMed research international (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MRSA | RSC advances (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cutaneous leishmaniasis | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eczema | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatocellular cancer | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| intestinal cancer | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leprosy | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | Ancient science of life (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acetone extract | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous extract | Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diethyl ether extract | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexane extract | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-butanol fraction | RSC advances (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water extract | Indian journal of biochemistry & biophysics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |