Nitraria tangutorum
Nitraria tangutorum, commonly known as the tangor nitraric tree, is a significant medicinal plant in traditional Eastern practices. Renowned for its versatile pharmacological properties, its fruits and bark are utilized to treat various ailments, offering potential therapeutic benefits through bioactive compounds that support holistic health and systemic wellness.
- Scientific name: Nitraria tangutorum
- Family: Nitrariaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is further categorized under the family Nitrariaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Nitraria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Nitrariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nitraria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Nitraria tangutorum, is referred to by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is widely recognized as 白刺 (báicì), a name shared across various regions including zh-cn (白刺) and zh-tw (白刺). It is also known by the names 酸胖 (suānpàng) and 唐古特白刺 (tánggǔtè báicì) within the zh language group.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 白刺 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 白刺 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 白刺 | Wikidata |
| zh | 酸胖 | Wikidata |
| zh | 唐古特白刺 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within several key regions of China. It can be found growing across the vast landscapes of Inner Mongolia. Additionally, its presence extends into the territories of China North-Central. The species is also documented within the unique environments of Qinghai and Tibet. Finally, its natural range includes the westernmost stretches of Xinjiang.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Nitraria tangutorum, is highly valued for its medicinal properties, which are primarily derived from its specialized reproductive structures. The most significant parts used in traditional practices are the berries, which constitute the edible and therapeutic fruit of the species. These small, fleshy drupes are harvested for their specific chemical constituents, contributing to the plant's overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| berries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Nitraria tangutorum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, flavonoids, alkanes, cyanidin, flavonols.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alkanes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cyanidin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vitamin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Nitraria tangutorum has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Hypoglycemic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Nitraria tangutorum has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cardiovascular disease, dizziness, dyspepsia, hyperlipidemia, hypoglycemic.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cardiovascular disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dizziness | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyspepsia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperlipidemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| immunity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| indigestion | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neurasthenia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neuroprotection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |