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

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Holoptelea integrifolia

Synonyms

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) ★☆☆☆☆