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Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus, is a fragrant evergreen shrub celebrated in traditional medicine. Renowned for its sweet, citrus-like aroma, this variety is utilized to soothe the respiratory system, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation. Its delicate blossoms offer both therapeutic benefits and exquisite sensory appeal.

Family
Oleaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Osmanthus Longibracteatus · Osmanthus Fragrans F. Leucanthus · 6 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Oleaceae and the genus Osmanthus. Specifically, this variety is identified as Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Oleaceae
Genus Osmanthus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a specific and limited geographical range within East Asia. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated in the temperate regions of the continent. Specifically, it can be found growing in the country of Japan. Additionally, the species is also native to the Korean peninsula. These two locations represent the primary habitats where this medicinal variety is located.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Corosolic acid, Maslinic acid, triterpenoids.

Chemicals reported in Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Corosolic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Maslinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
triterpenoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Corosolic acid

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Maslinic acid

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

triterpenoids

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Conditions

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include colorectal cancer.

Conditions investigated for Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Colorectal cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Colorectal cancer

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Preparations

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethyl acetate fraction.

Preparations reported for Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Ethyl acetate fraction 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Ethyl acetate fraction

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology