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Pyrola japonica

Pyrola japonica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Pyrocola japonica, scientifically known as Pyrocola japonica, is a traditional medicinal herb native to East Asia. Often used in folk medicine, it is valued for its potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This plant plays a significant role in regional herbal practices, offering unique bioactive compounds for holistic wellness.

Family
Ericaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pyrola Rotundifolia Var. Albiflora · Pyrola Coreana · 4 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Pyrola japonica

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known scientifically as Pyrola japonica, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ericales and the family Ericaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Pyrola.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Ericales WCVP
Family Ericaceae WCVP
Genus Pyrola WCVP

Distribution

This plant is found across several specific regions within the Russian Far East. Its distribution includes the Khabarovsk territory and the islands of the Kuril chain. Additionally, it can be located within the Primorye region of Russia. Moving into China, the species inhabits the areas of Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. Therefore, its range spans across diverse landscapes in both northern China and the Russian Far East.

Region Area Source
Russian Far East Khabarovsk WCVP
Russian Far East Kuril Is. WCVP
Russian Far East Primorye WCVP
China Inner Mongolia WCVP
China Manchuria WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China China Southeast WCVP
Eastern Asia Japan WCVP
Eastern Asia Korea WCVP
Eastern Asia Taiwan WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, known as Pyrola japonica, utilizes its underground root system as a vital component of its biological structure. The root serves as the primary organ for anchoring the plant firmly into the forest soil and plays a crucial role in absorbing water and essential nutrients necessary for its growth. In the context of traditional medicinal practices, the root is often the specific part of the plant studied or harvested for its potential therapeutic properties.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
root Archives of pharmacal research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Pyrola japonica has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5,8-dihydrochimaphilin.

Chemicals reported in Pyrola japonica
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
5,8-dihydrochimaphilin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

5,8-dihydrochimaphilin

  1. Archives of pharmacal research

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
ethyl acetate soluble fraction Archives of pharmacal research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆