Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis
Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis, commonly known as the Manchurian walnut, is a highly valued medicinal plant in East Asian traditional medicine. Renowned for its nutrient-dense kernels and potent bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to support cognitive function, promote cardiovascular health, and provide antioxidant benefits throughout the body.
- Scientific name: Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis
- Family: Juglandaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Fagales and the family Juglandaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Juglans as the specific variety cordiformis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Juglandaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Juglans | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions of Eurasia. In Eastern Europe, its presence is noted within the Baltic States. The species also extends into the Caucasus, specifically inhabiting the North Caucasus and the Transcaucasus regions. Furthermore, its range reaches into Eastern Asia, where it can be found in Japan. These varied locations highlight the plant's ability to adapt to diverse ecological environments across the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Syringic acid, juglone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Syringic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| juglone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |