Morus macroura var. macroura
Morus macroura var. macroura, commonly known as the large-leaved mulberry, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing. Characterized by its distinct foliage, this variety possesses unique bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, offering therapeutic potential in various natural wellness applications.
- Scientific name: Morus macroura var. macroura
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Rosales, it falls into the family Moraceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Morus and the variety macroura.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Morus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories, as well as in the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting the state of Assam. Furthermore, the species is also documented to grow within the borders of Bangladesh. Consequently, its habitat spans a diverse range of climates from Southeast Asian tropics to the Tibetan plateau.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Morus macroura var. macroura, possesses various components used in traditional medicine, with the stem bark serving as a significant part of its therapeutic profile. The stem bark is often harvested for its specific chemical constituents, which are believed to contribute to the plant's overall medicinal properties. In various ethnobotanical practices, this particular part of the plant is utilized due to its unique bioactive compounds found within the fibrous layers of the stem.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Morus macroura var. macroura has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |