Perilla
Periilla, commonly known as shiso or beefsteak plant, is a versatile herb prized in East Asian cuisine and traditional medicine. Rich in antioxidants and essential oils, it offers potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This aromatic plant serves as both a flavorful culinary staple and a therapeutic remedy for digestive wellness.
- Scientific name: Perilla
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Lamiales, and the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic designation falls under the genus Perilla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Perilla | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by various names depending on the language, though it is consistently referred to as Perilla (Araneae) in several regions; specifically, in French it is called Perilla (Araneae), in Russian it is Periilla (Araneae), in Spanish it is Periilla (Araneae), in Italian it is Periilla (Araneae), and in Bulgarian it is Periilla (Araneae).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| ru | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| es | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| it | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| bg | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| ast | Perilla (Araneae) | Wikidata |
| tr | Perilla (hayvan) | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Germany. Moving toward Southeastern Europe, the species can be found in both Italy and Romania. Its range extends further into Eastern Europe, specifically covering parts of South European Russia. Finally, the plant is also widely distributed throughout Ukraine.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Perilla, offers a diverse range of therapeutic components that are utilized in various medicinal applications. The aromatic leaves are highly valued for their unique properties, and when these leaf structures are processed, they can yield a potent essential oil. Specifically, Perilla essential oil is prized for its concentrated aromatic compounds, which are often used in holistic treatments. Furthermore, the extraction of seed oil from its seeds provides another significant source of healthy fatty acids, making the entire plant a versatile resource in traditional medicine.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seed oil | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Perilla essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Perilla has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, rosmarinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |