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Juniperus communis var. saxatilis

Juniperus communis var. saxatilis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Juniperus communis var. saxatilis, is a hardy evergreen shrub native to rocky, alpine environments. Renowned for its aromatic berries, this botanical variety possesses potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, it serves as a vital tonic for digestive health and renal support.

Family
Not available
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Leaf · Fruit
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Juniperus communis var. saxatilis

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated throughout the northern regions of Europe. Within Northern Europe, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Finland. Its presence extends to the North Atlantic islands, specifically documented in Iceland and the Førøyars. Additionally, the variety is established across the British Isles, including Great Britain and Ireland. This range highlights its preference for the cooler, northern latitudes of the continent.

Region Area
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Poland

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Juniperus communis var. saxatilis has 2 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, fruit.

Plant parts reported in Juniperus communis var. saxatilis
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Leaf 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Fruit 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Leaf

  1. Natural product research
  2. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Fruit

  1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Preparations

Juniperus communis var. saxatilis has 4 reported preparations identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Methanol extract of fruits, Methanol extract of leaves, essential oils from leaves, extracts.

Preparations reported for Juniperus communis var. saxatilis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extract of fruits 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Methanol extract of leaves 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Essential oils from leaves 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extract of fruits

  1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Methanol extract of leaves

  1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Essential oils from leaves

  1. Natural product research

Extracts

  1. Nutrients