Schisandra propinqua subsp. sinensis
Schisandra propinqua subsp. sinensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Schisandra chinensis subsp. sinensis, is a renowned adaptogenic shrub native to East Asia. Often called "five-flavor berry," it is prized in traditional medicine for its ability to enhance vitality, reduce stress, and support cognitive function through its unique blend of potent lignans and essential nutrients.
- Family
- Schisandraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Embelia Valbrayi · Schisandra Propinqua Var. Sinensis · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Schisandra propinqua subsp. sinensisSynonyms
- Embelia valbrayi
- Schisandra propinqua var. sinensis
- Schisandra propinqua var. linearis
- Schisandra chinensis var. rubra
Sources: Wikidata
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 and the genus Schisandra. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies sinensis within the species Schisandra chinensis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Austrobaileyales |
| Family | Schisandraceae |
| Genus | Schisandra |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across several distinct regions of China. It is commonly found throughout the South-Central areas of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the North-Central provinces of China. The species also populates the lush landscapes of China Southeast. Finally, its distribution reaches into the high-altitude terrain of Tibet.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
| China | Tibet |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Schisandra propinqua subsp. sinensis 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 fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Chemicals
Schisandra propinqua subsp. sinensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Deoxyschizandrin, Gamma-schizandrin, Schisandrin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Deoxyschizandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gamma-schizandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Schisandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Deoxyschizandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Gamma-schizandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Schisandrin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials