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Sargent Juniper

Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Sargent Juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii, is a versatile evergreen shrub valued in traditional medicine. Renowned for its aromatic foliage and berries, it possesses potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Often utilized in herbal remedies, this resilient plant offers significant therapeutic potential for holistic wellness and healing.

Family
Cupressaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Sargent Juniper · Sargent'S Juniper · 1 more
Scientific synonyms
Juniperus Sargentii · Juniperus Chinensis Subsp. Sargentii · 3 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Pinidae. Within the order Pinales, it is classified in the family Cupressaceae and the genus Juniperus. Specifically, this medicinal variety is identified as Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Pinidae
Order Pinales
Family Cupressaceae
Genus Juniperus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical range spanning across parts of East Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is noted in several distinct regions including Khabarovsk and the Kuril Islands. It also populates the coastal areas of Primorye and the island of Sakhalin. Beyond Russia, the species extends its reach into the Manchuria region of China. Together, these locations define the specific natural habitat where this variety can be found.

Region Area
Russian Far East Khabarovsk
Russian Far East Kuril Is.
Russian Far East Primorye
Russian Far East Sakhalin
China Manchuria
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Activities

Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antioxidant

  1. FEBS open bio

Preparations

Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Essential oils.

Preparations reported for Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Essential oils 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Essential oils

  1. FEBS open bio