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 and Synonyms

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fagales
Family Juglandaceae
Genus Juglans

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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
Eastern Europe Baltic States
Caucasus North Caucasus
Caucasus Transcaucasus
Eastern Asia Japan

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, leaf.

Plant parts reported in Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Fruit 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Leaf 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Fruit

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Leaf

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

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

Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis has 2 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethyl acetate and n-butanol fractions, fifty percent acetone extract of the fruits.

Preparations reported for Juglans mandshurica var. cordiformis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethyl acetate and n-butanol fractions 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Fifty percent acetone extract of the fruits 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethyl acetate and n-butanol fractions

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Fifty percent acetone extract of the fruits

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)