Juniperus horizontalis
Juniperus horizontalis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Juniperus horizontalis, scientifically known as Juniperus horizontalis, is a resilient, low-growing evergreen shrub native to North America. Often used in landscaping for its spreading habit, this hardy conifer offers significant medicinal potential, traditionally valued for its antioxidant properties and its ability to support digestive and urinary tract health.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Juniperus horizontalisDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across various subarctic regions of North America. Within the subarctic zone, it can be found throughout Alaska and the territory of Yukon. Its presence extends further east into the remote landscapes of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. Additionally, the species is documented within the western portion of Canada, specifically in the province of Alberta. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in cold, northern environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Subarctic America | Alaska | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Nunavut | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Northwest Territories | WCVP |
| Subarctic America | Yukon | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Alberta | WCVP |
| Western Canada | British Columbia | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Manitoba | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Saskatchewan | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Labrador | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Juniperus horizontalis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Juniperus horizontalis has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |