Liriodendron tulipifera
American tulip tree
Liriodendron tulipifera, commonly known as the tulip tree, is a majestic deciduous species native to North America. While primarily valued for its timber, it holds traditional medicinal significance. Its various parts have been historically utilized in folk remedies to treat inflammation, respiratory issues, and certain skin conditions.
- Scientific name: Liriodendron tulipifera
- Family: Magnoliaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Magnoliales and the family Magnoliaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Liriodendron.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Magnoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Liriodendron | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Liriodendron tulipifera, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In German, it is referred to as the Tulpenbaum, while in Hungarian, it is called the amerikai tulipánfa. In Poland, it is known as tulipanowiec amerykański, and in South Korea, it is identified as 백합나무. Additionally, in the local terminology of Luxembourg, it is commonly called Tulpebam.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| lb | Tulpebam | Wikidata |
| pl | Tulipanowiec amerykański | Wikidata |
| ko | 백합나무 | Wikidata |
| hu | amerikai tulipánfa | Wikidata |
| de | Tulpenbaum | Wikidata |
| ja | ユリノキ | Wikidata |
| koi | Америкаись лириодендрон | Wikidata |
| hsb | Prawy tulpowc | Wikidata |
| sv | Tulpanträd | Wikidata |
| eo | Tulipa liriodendro | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a remarkably broad and varied geographical distribution across multiple continents. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the regions of Austria and Germany. Its presence extends across the Atlantic to Eastern Canada, specifically in Ontario. Within the North-Central United States, the species is established in states such as Illinois. Additionally, this plant reaches the North-Central Pacific, where it is located in Hawaii.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| North-Central Pacific | Hawaii | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Missouri | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Connecticut | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Indiana | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Massachusetts | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Michigan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the tulip tree, possesses distinct morphological features across its various structures. The twigs are characterized by their straight, slender growth and alternate arrangement, often bearing small, inconspicuous buds that signal the onset of new seasonal development. Complementing these woody stems are the large, broadly ovate leaves, which are easily recognized by their unique four-lobed shape that resembles a tulip flower. Together, these components not only define the tree's grand silhouette but also play vital roles in its overall biological function and traditional medicinal context.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Liriodendron tulipifera has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-dihydrodehydrodiconiferyl alcohol, (-)-sesamin, (-)-syringaresinol, 3-hydroxy-4-methoxyacetophenone, blumenol A.
- Total chemicals
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-dihydrodehydrodiconiferyl alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-sesamin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-syringaresinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-hydroxy-4-methoxyacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blumenol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| costunolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dehydrocostus lactone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epi-tulipinolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| laurenobiolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Liriodendron tulipifera has 7 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimalarial, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Liriodendron tulipifera has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antimalarial, breast cancer, gastric cancer, liver fibrosis, wound infections.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastric cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liver fibrosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |