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Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica

Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (19 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Paeoonia obovata subsp. japonica, is a resilient perennial herb deeply rooted in traditional East Asian medicine. Renowned for its therapeutic roots, this subspecies is frequently utilized to alleviate inflammation, regulate menstruation, and support blood circulation, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and vitality.

Family
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Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica

Distribution

This plant is indigenous to specific regions within the Eastern Asian continent. Its natural range is primarily concentrated in the territories of Japan and Korea. Within these countries, it can be found growing in its native habitats. This restricted geographical distribution makes it a characteristic species of the East Asian landscape. Consequently, its presence is a defining feature of the local flora in these two nations.

Region Area
Eastern Asia Japan
Eastern Asia Korea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include betulinic acid.

Chemicals reported in Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
betulinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

betulinic acid

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Activities

Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica has 18 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.

Activities reported in Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anthelmintic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
AntiHIV 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticarcinomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiedemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiinflammatory 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antileukemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimalarial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimelanomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anthelmintic

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AntiHIV

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Antibacterial

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Anticancer

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Anticarcinomic

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Antiedemic

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Antiinflammatory

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Antileukemic

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Antimalarial

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Antimelanomic

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