Prunus cornuta
Himalayan bird cherry
Prunus cornuta, commonly known as the Korean cherry, is a resilient deciduous shrub valued in traditional medicine. Its bark and fruits possess unique bioactive properties, often utilized for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. This versatile plant serves as a vital botanical resource in holistic approaches to promoting overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Prunus cornuta
- Family: Rosaceae
- 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 under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Prunus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Prunus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by various names across different languages, is scientifically classified as Prunus cornuta. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Himalayan bird cherry or Cerasus cornuta. In Chinese, the species is identified as 光萼稠李, a name that is consistently used across the zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn language codes.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 光萼稠李 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 光萼稠李 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 光萼稠李 | Wikidata |
| en | Himalayan bird cherry | Wikidata |
| en | Cerasus cornuta | Wikidata |
| en | Padus cornuta | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In Western Asia, its presence has been documented within the borders of Afghanistan. Its distribution extends significantly into China, specifically within the high-altitude regions of Tibet. The Indian Subcontinent also serves as a key habitat, with the species found in Assam and throughout the East Himalaya. Finally, the plant is commonly located within the mountainous terrain of Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Prunus cornuta, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, but the bark is particularly significant in traditional applications. The bark is often harvested from the stems and branches, as it contains specific bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic profile. Depending on the preparation method, this bark can be processed into decoctions or tinctures to harness its natural chemical constituents.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Prunus cornuta has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Prunus cornuta has 4 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Prunus cornuta has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Acinetobacter baumannii, Salmonella enterica.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Acinetobacter baumannii | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salmonella enterica | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |