Schisandra grandiflora
Schisandra grandiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Schisandra grandiflora, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued in traditional herbalism. Often recognized for its vibrant floral displays, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to support vitality and adaptogenic benefits. Exploring its unique pharmacological properties offers fascinating insights into natural wellness and botanical biodiversity.
- Family
- Schisandraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sphaerostema Grandiflorum · Kadsura Grandiflora
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- großblütiges Spaltkölbchen
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Schisandra grandifloraSynonyms
- Sphaerostema grandiflorum
- Kadsura grandiflora
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 placed in the genus 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 exhibits a specific geographical range centered within the mountainous regions of Asia. In China, its presence is notably recorded within the Tibet region. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found across the East Himalaya. Furthermore, the species is distributed throughout the country of Nepal. Finally, its habitat extends into the West Himalaya of the Indian Subcontinent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Schisandra grandiflora, is primarily valued for its medicinal properties, which are derived from its distinctive fruits. These fruits are often the focal point of the plant's pharmacological interest, as they contain the specific bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic effects. In traditional medicinal practices, the careful harvesting and processing of these fruits are essential to ensure the efficacy of the remedies prepared from them.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Schisandra grandiflora has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arisantetralone C, Arisantetralone D, Deoxyschizandrin, Gamma-schizandrin, Gomisin B.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Arisantetralone C | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arisantetralone D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Deoxyschizandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gamma-schizandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gomisin B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Macelignan | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Schisandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Arisantetralone C
- Natural product research
Arisantetralone D
- Natural product research
Deoxyschizandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Gamma-schizandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Gomisin B
- European journal of medicinal chemistry
Macelignan
- Natural product research
Schisandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Activities
Schisandra grandiflora has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Schisandra grandiflora has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude chloroform extract | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |