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Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis

Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis, is a medicinal plant revered in traditional East Asian medicine. Primarily harvested for its nutrient-dense kernels, it offers potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This species is highly valued for supporting cognitive function, cardiovascular health, and overall vitality through its unique bioactive compounds.

Family
Juglandaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Fruit · Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Juglans Sieboldiana Var. Cordiformis · Juglans Ailantifolia Var. Cordiformis · 4 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis

Synonyms

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

Plant Parts

This plant, Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis, utilizes various parts for its medicinal properties, primarily focusing on its reproductive and vegetative structures. The leaves are characterized by their compound structure and are often studied for their bioactive compounds. For therapeutic purposes, both the immature fruits and the fully matured fruits are highly significant; the immature fruits are frequently harvested to capture specific nutrients and tannins before they harden, while the mature fruits provide a different concentration of essential oils and medicinal constituents essential for traditional treatments.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
fruit Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
leaf Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

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.

Chemicals reported in Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
SYRINGIC ACID 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
juglone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

SYRINGIC ACID

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

juglone

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
Ethyl acetate and n-butanol fractions Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
fifty percent acetone extract of the fruits Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆