bay-starvine
Schisandra glabra · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Bay-starvine, scientifically known as Schisandra glabra, is a perennial woody vine native to East Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, it contains unique lignans that offer potent adaptogenic properties. Often used to support liver health, reduce fatigue, and enhance cognitive function, this remarkable plant serves as a powerful natural tonic.
- Family
- Schisandraceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Bay-Starvine · Wild Sarsaparilla
- Scientific synonyms
- Schisandra Coccinea · Stellandria Glabra
Names
Common Names
- bay-starvine
- wild sarsaparilla
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Schisandra glabraSynonyms
- Schisandra coccinea
- Stellandria glabra
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Austrobaileyales, it is classified under the family Schisandraceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, Schisandra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Austrobaileyales | WCVP |
| Family | Schisandraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Schisandra | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Schisandra glabra, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the southeastern United States. Within this region, it can be found growing in the state of Alabama. Its range extends further north into the state of Kentucky. Additionally, the species is documented in Arkansas, contributing to its presence in the southern reaches of the country. Finally, the plant is also distributed throughout Georgia and Florida.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Arkansas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Georgia | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Kentucky | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Louisiana | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Mississippi | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | North Carolina | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | South Carolina | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Tennessee | WCVP |
Activities
Schisandra glabra has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Schisandra glabra has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |