Isodon melissoides
Isodon melissoides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (15 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Isodon melissoides, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North American wetlands. Commonly called honeybark or honeybush, it is valued for its aromatic properties and ecological significance. This resilient species plays a vital role in riparian habitats, offering potential medicinal and environmental benefits.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Aerial Parts
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Plectranthus Melissoides · Isodon Melissiformis · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Isodon melissoidesSynonyms
- Plectranthus melissoides
- Isodon melissiformis
- Rabdosia melissiformis
- Rabdosia melissoides
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Isodon melissoides, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Lamiales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Lamiaceae and is categorized under the genus Isodon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Isodon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across parts of Asia. In China, it can be found primarily within the South-Central region. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is located within the borders of Bangladesh. Finally, it is also distributed throughout the East Himalaya region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Isodon melissoides, commonly known as false ash, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through the use of its aerial parts. These aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers located above the ground, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. In traditional herbal practices, these harvested components are often processed into decoctions or infusions to harness the plant's natural healing potential.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Isodon melissoides has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Melissoidesin E, Melissoidesin F, Melissoidesin G, CARVACROL, Compound 7.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Melissoidesin E | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Melissoidesin F | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Melissoidesin G | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CARVACROL | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Compound 7 | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dawoensin A | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P-CYMENE | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| THYMOL | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Xindongnin B | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compound 8 | Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |