Orixa japonica
East asian orixa
Orixa japonica, commonly known as the Japanese mulberry, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its nutrient-rich leaves and bark, it possesses significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hypoglycemic properties. This resilient shrub serves as a vital resource for supporting metabolic health and holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Orixa japonica
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Orixa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Orixa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Oryza japonica, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Czech, it is referred to as orixa japonská, while in Korean, it is called 상산나무. Its Chinese common name is 臭常山, and in Japanese, it is known as コクサギ. Additionally, in Polish, it is identified as Oriksa japońska.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| cs | orixa japonská | Wikidata |
| ko | 상산나무 | Wikidata |
| zh | 臭常山 | Wikidata |
| ja | コクサギ | Wikidata |
| pl | Oriksa japońska | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 臭常山 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 臭常山 | Wikidata |
| arz | اوريكسا جابونيكا | Wikidata |
| ar | عقفاء يابانية | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 臭常山 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several regions of East Asia. Within China, its range extends through the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Beyond the Chinese mainland, it is also widely distributed throughout Japan. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in Korea. Collectively, these locations highlight a significant geographical footprint across the eastern part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Oryza japonica, utilizes its various components to support its growth and biological functions. The roots serve as the primary anchor, absorbing essential water and nutrients from the soil to fuel the plant's development. The stems, or culms, provide the structural integrity necessary to hold the plant upright and facilitate the transport of fluids between the base and the upper reaches. Finally, the leaves act as the main site for photosynthesis, capturing sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into the energy required for the plant's survival.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Orixa japonica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include orixalone A, orixalone D.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| orixalone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| orixalone D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |