Japanese Hop
Humulus scandens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Japanese Hop, scientifically known as Humulus scandens, is a perennial climbing vine native to East Asia. Distinguished by its serrated leaves and aromatic properties, it belongs to the Cannabaceae family. Historically utilized in traditional medicine, this plant offers unique therapeutic potential, particularly for its calming and restorative botanical qualities.
Names
Common Names
- Japanese Hop
- Japanese Hops
- hooked hair hops
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Lúpulo japonés
German:
- Japanischer Hopfen
French:
- Humulus japonicus
- Humulopsis scandens
- Houblon japonais
- Houblon du Japon
- Houblon du Japon
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Humulus scandensSynonyms
- Humulopsis scandens
- Humulus scandens var. variegatus
- Humulus japonicus var. minor
- Humulus japonicus var. variegatus
- Humulus japonicus
- Humulus aculeatus
- Antidesma scandens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Rosales and the family Cannabaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Humulus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Cannabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Humulus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented within the borders of Denmark and Sweden. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species can also be found growing in Belgium. Its range extends further into Germany, which serves as another key location for this medicinal plant. Finally, its geographical reach includes Hungary, completing its documented distribution in Middle Europe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Humulus scandens, is characterized by its climbing growth habit, which is facilitated by its long, slender stem that utilizes specialized structures to ascend surrounding vegetation. The foliage consists of a distinct leaf structure, typically featuring serrated margins and a characteristic shape that distinguishes it from other members of the Cannabaceae family. Together, the climbing stem and the patterned leaves allow the plant to maximize its exposure to sunlight within its natural habitat.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Humulus scandens has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde, CHLOROPHYLL B, Epifriedelanol, GAMMA-SITOSTEROL, HMB.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde | Ecotoxicology and environmental safety (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROPHYLL B | Ecotoxicology and environmental safety (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epifriedelanol | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GAMMA-SITOSTEROL | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HMB | Ecotoxicology and environmental safety (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorophyll a | Ecotoxicology and environmental safety (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cis-Asarone | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| friedelanone | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linoleic acid | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-Hexadecanoic acid | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |