Osmanthus armatus
Osmanthus armatus, commonly known as sweet osmanthus, is a fragrant evergreen shrub prized for its delicate, golden blossoms. Beyond its aesthetic beauty, this medicinal plant is utilized in traditional practices to support respiratory health, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation, making it a versatile treasure in holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Osmanthus armatus
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, falling into the family Oleaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Osmanthus, specifically the species Osmanthus armatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Osmanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Osmanthus armatus, is known by several different common names across various linguistic and regional contexts. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 红柄木樨 (zh), 红柄木樨 (zh-hans), or 红柄木樨 (zh-cn), as well as 小果木犀 (zh). Additionally, it is sometimes called 罐子草 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 红柄木樨 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 红柄木樨 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 红柄木樨 | Wikidata |
| zh | 小果木犀 | Wikidata |
| zh | 罐子草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红柄木犀 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Osmanthus armatus, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the diverse landscapes of China. Its presence is well-documented within the South-Central regions of the country. Additionally, the species can be found growing throughout China's North-Central territories. It also extends its reach into the lush environments of Southeast China. Together, these areas define the primary geographical range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Osmanthus arutatus, is a fragrant evergreen shrub that is valued for its various therapeutic properties. While most commonly celebrated for its aromatic blossoms and lush green foliage, certain traditional medicinal preparations utilize the more structural components of the tree. Specifically, the heartwoods of the plant are occasionally studied or employed in traditional practices, providing a dense, central core that distinguishes it from the softer sapwood.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| heartwoods | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Osmanthus armatus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include armatuside.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| armatuside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |