Rhododendron luteum
Rhododendron luteum, commonly known as the yellow azalea, is a striking deciduous shrub native to East Asia. Renowned for its brilliant yellow blooms, this medicinal plant has historically been used in traditional practices. It contains various bioactive compounds, offering potential therapeutic benefits, though careful handling is required due to toxicity.
- Scientific name: Rhododendron luteum
- Family: Ericaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Ericales and is a member of the family Ericaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Rhododendron.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Ericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rhododendron | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rhododendron luteum, is recognized by various local names across different regions and languages. In Poland, it is referred to as różanecznik żółty, while in Russia, it is called Рододендрон жёлткий. The Georgian language uses the name იელი for this species, and in Ukraine, it is known as Рододендрон жовтий. Additionally, in Denmark, it is commonly called Guldazalea.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | różanecznik żółty | Wikidata |
| ru | Рододендрон жёлтый | Wikidata |
| ka | იელი | Wikidata |
| uk | Рододендрон жовтий | Wikidata |
| da | Guldazalea | Wikidata |
| be | Рададэндран жоўты | Wikidata |
| kbd | АӀуей | Wikidata |
| os | Залгъæд | Wikidata |
| sv | Guldazalea | Wikidata |
| az | Sarı rododendron | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is also established within the borders of Germany. Furthermore, its presence extends into the landscapes of Poland. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant includes the country of Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rhododendron luteum, is characterized by its distinctive foliage, specifically its evergreen leaves. These leaves are typically elliptical or oblong in shape, possessing a leathery texture and a smooth, glossy surface that helps the plant retain moisture. In a medicinal context, while much attention is often paid to the flowers, the chemical constituents found within the leaves contribute to the overall profile of the plant's bioactive compounds.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rhododendron luteum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include epigallocatechin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| epigallocatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |