Sambucus javanica subsp. chinensis
Sambucus javanica subsp. chinensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Sambucus javaica subsp. chinensis, is a specialized medicinal shrub valued in traditional practices. Often referred to as a variety of elderberry, this plant possesses unique bioactive properties. It is primarily utilized for its potential therapeutic benefits, offering a natural approach to supporting various health functions.
- Family
- Viburnaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sambucus Chinensis Var. Formosana · Ebulum Formosanum · 10 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Sambucus javanica subsp. chinensisSynonyms
- Sambucus chinensis var. formosana
- Ebulum formosanum
- Sambucus javanica var. formosana
- Sambucus javanica f. formosana
- Sambucus javanica f. pinnatilobata
- Ebulum chinense
- Sambucus javanica f. chinensis
- Sambucus javanica var. borealis
- Sambucus chinensis var. pinnatilobata
- Sambucus formosana
- Sambucus hookeri
- Sambucus chinensis
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Dipsacales, it is situated in the family Viburnaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Sambucus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Viburnaceae |
| Genus | Sambucus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging geographical distribution across several key regions. In Western Asia, its presence is documented within the borders of Afghanistan. Within China, the species is widely scattered, specifically inhabiting the North-Central and South-Central territories. It also thrives in the Southeast region of the country. Furthermore, its range extends to the island province of Hainan.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan |
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
| China | Tibet |
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
| Eastern Asia | Korea |
| Eastern Asia | Kazan-retto |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Sambucus javanica subsp. chinensis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Ethyl caffeate, OLEANOLIC ACID, Ursolic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl caffeate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OLEANOLIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Ethyl caffeate
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
OLEANOLIC ACID
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Ursolic acid
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Preparations
Sambucus javanica subsp. chinensis has 4 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extraction by 75% alcohol, extraction eluted by 30% alcohol after purification with macroporous adsorption resin, extraction with EtOAc, extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction by 75% alcohol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Extraction eluted by 30% alcohol after purification with macroporous adsorption resin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Extraction with etoac | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Extraction by 75% alcohol
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Extraction eluted by 30% alcohol after purification with macroporous adsorption resin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Extraction with etoac
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Extracts
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials