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Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii · Accepted scientific name

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

, scientifically known as Rhus chinensis var. roxbrugii, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized in traditional practices. Renowned for its antioxidant properties, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential in treating inflammation and skin ailments. Its bioactive compounds provide a natural foundation for various pharmacological applications and holistic wellness treatments.

Family
Anacardiaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Stem
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Rhus Javanica Var. Roxburghii · Rhus Semialata Var. Roxburghii · 1 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Anacardiaceae and the genus Rhus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Sapindales
Family Anacardiaceae
Genus Rhus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is widely distributed across several key regions in East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. The species also extends its range to the island of Taiwan within Eastern Asia. Furthermore, its geographical reach includes the Indo-China region, specifically within Laos. Together, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal variety can be found.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China Hainan
China China Southeast
Eastern Asia Taiwan
Indo-China Laos
Indo-China Vietnam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include stem.

Plant parts reported in Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Stem 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Stem

  1. Planta medica

Chemicals

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 6-Pentadecylsalicylic acid.

Chemicals reported in Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
6-Pentadecylsalicylic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

6-Pentadecylsalicylic acid

  1. Planta medica

Preparations

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include n-hexane extract of the stem.

Preparations reported for Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
N-hexane extract of the stem 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

N-hexane extract of the stem

  1. Planta medica