Itoa orientalis
Itoa orientalis, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, holds a significant place in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique phytochemical properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from inflammatory conditions to digestive issues, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and therapeutic recovery.
- Scientific name: Itoa orientalis
- Family: Salicaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Salicaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Itoa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Salicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Itoa | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several key regions in East and Southeast Asia. Within China, its distribution is notably widespread, covering the South-Central provinces. It can also be found in the southeastern parts of the country and on the tropical island of Hainan. Beyond the Chinese borders, the species extends its reach into the Indo-China region. Specifically, its documented habitat includes the territory of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Itoa orientalis has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 13-Deoxyitol A, echitin, itol A, itoside J, itoside K.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 13-Deoxyitol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| echitin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itoside J | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itoside K | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itoside L | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itoside M | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itoside N | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Itoa orientalis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifeedant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifeedant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Itoa orientalis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, apoptosis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apoptosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |