Morina chinensis
Morina chinensis, commonly known as the Chinese mulberry, is a versatile medicinal plant highly valued in traditional practices. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is widely utilized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. This resilient species offers significant therapeutic potential in treating various ailments and supporting overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Morina chinensis
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Dipsacales and the family Caprifoliaceae, it is classified under the genus Morina. Specifically, Morina chinensis represents a unique medicinal species within this taxonomic hierarchy.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Morina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Morinda chinensis, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is known as 圆萼刺参 or 蘑苓草, while in mainland China specifically, it is called 圆萼刺参, and in Taiwan, it is identified as 圓萼刺蔘.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 圆萼刺参 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 圆萼刺参 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 圓萼刺蔘 | Wikidata |
| zh | 蘑苓草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical presence across several distinct regions of China. It can be found growing in the South-Central parts of the country, where local climates support its development. Moving northward, its distribution extends into the Inner Mongolia region and across China North-Central. The species also inhabits the high-altitude terrains of Qinghai. Finally, its range reaches into the expansive landscapes of Tibet.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Morinda chinensis (often referred to in various texts as Morina chinensis), possesses medicinal properties that are frequently derived from its various components, most notably its roots. The roots of this species are highly valued in traditional herbal medicine for their bioactive compounds, which are often utilized to treat various ailments ranging from inflammatory conditions to digestive issues. By extracting the essential elements from these underground structures, practitioners can harness the plant's therapeutic potential to support systemic health.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Morina chinensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-O-methylcinnamyl methyl ether, p-methoxybenzaldehyde.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4-O-methylcinnamyl methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-methoxybenzaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |