Prunus humilis
Prunus humilis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (26 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Prunus humiliis, scientifically known as Prunus humiliis, is a versatile medicinal plant celebrated for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional herbalism, it offers significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This resilient species serves as a vital resource for natural healing, supporting holistic wellness through its unique phytochemical profile.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Fruits · Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Prunus humilisDistribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across specific regions of East Asia. In the Russian Far East, it can be found growing in both the Amur and Primorye territories. Its presence extends significantly into China, where it inhabits the South-Central regions. Furthermore, the species is documented within the Inner Mongolia area of China. Finally, its range also encompasses the Manchuria region, completing its notable distribution pattern.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Prunus humilis, utilizes various components for its biological functions and potential medicinal applications. Its extensive root system serves as the foundation, anchoring the shrub into the soil and absorbing essential nutrients and water. As the plant matures, it produces a single fruit per flower, which develops into a small, fleshy drupe. This specific fruit is often studied for its chemical properties, and the collective harvest of these fruits can provide significant quantities of bioactive compounds. Whether examined as an individual fruit or as a seasonal abundance of Fruits, these parts represent the reproductive essence of the species.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Fruits | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | Journal of the science of food and agriculture (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root system | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Prunus humilis has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, ANTHOCYANIN, Abscisic acid (ABA), Anthocyanins, CHLOROPHYLL.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ANTHOCYANIN | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abscisic acid (ABA) | International journal of molecular sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthocyanins | Journal of the science of food and agriculture (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROPHYLL | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carotenoids | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gibberellin | Biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxalic Acids | Journal of the science of food and agriculture (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Proanthocyanidins | Journal of the science of food and agriculture (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Prunus humilis has 1 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Journal of the science of food and agriculture (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |