Neolitsea
Neolitsea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Neolitsea, is a fascinating genus of evergreen shrubs and trees belonging to the Lauraceae family. Renowned for its aromatic properties, these plants are highly valued in traditional medicine and perfumery. Their unique chemical compounds offer diverse therapeutic potential, making them a subject of significant botanical interest.
- Family
- Lauraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Bryantea
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Bryantea
Scientific Names
Accepted name
NeolitseaSynonyms
- Bryantea
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Lauraceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is the genus Neolitsea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Neolitsea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of China. It is commonly found throughout the South-Central and Southeast portions of the country. Additionally, its presence extends to the northern reaches within the China North-Central area. The species also inhabits the tropical environment of Hainan. Finally, its range reaches the high-altitude terrains of Tibet.
| 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 | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Ogasawara-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Neolitsea has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Steroids, triterpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Steroids
- Journal of immunology research
triterpenoids
- Journal of immunology research
Activities
Neolitsea has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Journal of immunology research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Journal of immunology research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |