Lyonia ovalifolia
Lyonia ovalifolia, commonly known as the oval-leafed lyonia, is a distinctive shrub native to the southeastern United States. Characterized by its glossy, elliptical leaves and delicate blooms, this plant holds significant botanical interest. It is often studied for its unique ecological role and potential applications within traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Lyonia ovalifolia
- Family: Ericaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Lyonia ovalifolia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ericales and the family Ericaceae. Its taxonomic hierarchy concludes with its placement in the genus Lyonia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Ericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lyonia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging presence across various regions of China. Its distribution begins in the South-Central parts of the country, where it establishes itself in specific local environments. Furthermore, it can be found on the tropical island of Hainan as well as across the North-Central provinces. The species is also common throughout China Southeast, adding to its widespread availability. Finally, its range extends to the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet, completing its diverse geographical profile.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lyonia ovalifolia has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include astilbin, eriodictyol, leucothol A, leucothol B, luteolin.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| astilbin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eriodictyol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leucothol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leucothol B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringaresinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lyonia ovalifolia has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lyonia ovalifolia has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Diabetes mellitus, antioxidant activity, diabetes mellitus.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant activity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |