Ligustrum delavayanum
Ligustrum delavayanum, commonly known as the Delavay privet, is a significant medicinal shrub native to East Asia. Historically utilized in traditional practices, it possesses diverse bioactive properties. This plant is valued for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing various ailments through its unique phytochemical profile and restorative qualities.
- Scientific name: Ligustrum delavayanum
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Oleaceae. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Ligustrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ligustrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Ligustrum delavayanum, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In German, it is called Delavays Liguster, while in Chinese, it is known by several different names including 紫药女贞, 蓝果木, 川滇蜡树, and 四季春.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Delavays Liguster | Wikidata |
| zh | 紫药女贞 | Wikidata |
| zh | 蓝果木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 川滇蜡树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 四季春 | Wikidata |
| zh | 瓦山蜡树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 地灵根 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is specifically identified as being native to the South-Central region of China. Within this particular geographic zone, it thrives in the local ecosystems of the country. Its distribution is relatively localized, focusing primarily on these southern and central territories. Because of this specific range, researchers often look to these Chinese provinces to study its natural habitat. Consequently, understanding its presence in South-Central China is essential for mapping its overall environmental requirements.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ligustrum delavayanum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2 alpha-hydroxyursolic acid, acteoside, beta-sitosterol, oleanic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2 alpha-hydroxyursolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acteoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |