Sambucus sibirica
Sambucus sibirica, commonly known as Siberian elderberry, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to East Asia. Renowned for its potent antioxidant properties, this plant is traditionally used to support immune health and combat inflammation. Its dark, nutrient-rich berries offer a natural remedy for respiratory ailments and seasonal wellness.
- Scientific name: Sambucus sibirica
- Family: Viburnaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Dipsacales, it is further categorized under the family Viburnaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Sambucus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Viburnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sambucus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sambucus sibirica, is referred to by several different common names depending on the context and language. In Chinese, it is widely identified as 西伯利亚接骨木 (also written as 西伯利亚接骨木 in simplified forms and specifically 西伯利亚接骨木 in mainland China). Additionally, the plant is commonly called 接骨木花 and 陆英果实 in Chinese terminology.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 西伯利亚接骨木 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 西伯利亚接骨木 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 西伯利亚接骨木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 接骨木花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 陆英果实 | Wikidata |
| zh | 接骨木根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 接骨木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 接骨木叶 | Wikidata |
| zh | 毛接骨木 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Northern Asia and Europe. In Eastern Europe, its presence is notably documented throughout East European Russia. Moving into the vast territory of Siberia, it can be found in the Altay region. The species also inhabits the areas of Buryatiya and Chita within the Siberian landscape. Finally, its range extends further into the Irkutsk region of Siberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Irkutsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Siberia | West Siberia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Yakutiya | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Sambucus sibirica, possesses several distinct parts that are utilized for various medicinal and practical purposes. Its compound leaves are characterized by their pinnate structure and are often studied for their bioactive compounds. The plant produces clusters of dark, fleshy fruits that are rich in antioxidants and are frequently used in traditional remedies to support the immune system. Additionally, the woody branches provide the structural framework for the shrub, and in some traditional practices, different elements of the plant's stems and bark are examined for their chemical properties.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| branches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Sambucus sibirica has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include astragalin, chlorogenic acid, isoquercetin, quercetin, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| astragalin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoquercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sambucus sibirica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include nephritis, rheumatoid arthritis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| nephritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatoid arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |