Kadsura japonica
Kadsura japonica, commonly known as Schisandra or "five-flavor fruit," is a versatile medicinal vine prized in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its unique adaptogenic properties, it supports cognitive function, reduces fatigue, and promotes holistic balance. This potent botanical offers diverse therapeutic benefits for enhancing vitality and overall well-being.
- Scientific name: Kadsura japonica
- Family: Schisandraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Austrobaileyales, falling into the family Schisandraceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Kadsura, specifically the species Kadsura japonica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Austrobaileyales | WCVP |
| Family | Schisandraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kadsura | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several regions within Eastern Asia. Its natural range includes the islands of Japan and the Nansei-shotō archipelago. Furthermore, the species can be found growing throughout the Korean Peninsula. The geographical presence of this medicinal plant also extends to the territory of Taiwan. These specific locations define the primary environmental zones where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kadsura japonica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include changnanic acid, longipedlactone A.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| changnanic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| longipedlactone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Kadsura japonica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include H1N1 influenza viruses, influenza viruses.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| H1N1 influenza viruses | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza viruses | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |