Pyrus bretschneideri
Pyrus bretschneideri, commonly known as the Chinese pear, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional practices. Beyond its nutritional fruit, various parts of the tree are utilized for their therapeutic properties. Research explores its potential bioactive compounds, offering promising applications in managing inflammation and supporting overall metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Pyrus bretschneideri
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It further falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, belonging to the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Pyrus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pyrus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, it is found in the northern territories of Inner Mongolia and the western province of Xinjiang. Its presence also extends into the China North-Central and China Southeast regions of the country. Beyond the borders of China, the species can be located within the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, it has a documented range that includes the nation of Pakistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pyrus bretschneideri has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include abscisic acid, methyl jasmonate, salicylic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abscisic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methyl jasmonate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salicylic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |