Schisandra propinqua
Schisandra propinqua · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (12 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Schisandra chinensis, is a perennial woody vine native to East Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine as an adaptogen, it is prized for its ability to enhance physical endurance, reduce fatigue, and support cognitive function. This potent botanical offers diverse therapeutic benefits for holistic wellness.
- Family
- Schisandraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Stems · Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sphaerostema Propinquum · Kadsura Propinqua
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Schisandra propinquaSynonyms
- Sphaerostema propinquum
- Kadsura propinqua
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Austrobaileyales. Finally, it is a member of the family Schisandraceae within 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 wide geographical range across various regions of East and South Asia. Within China, its presence is documented throughout the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Beyond the borders of China, it extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically in the state of Assam. This broad distribution highlights the plant's ability to thrive in diverse ecological environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Schisandra propinqua, is a woody climbing vine characterized by its distinctive structural components. The stems are long and flexible, allowing the plant to scramble and cling to surrounding vegetation or supports as it grows toward the light. Complementing this climbing habit are the leaves, which are typically arranged in a spiral pattern along the stems, providing the necessary surface area for photosynthesis to fuel the plant's medicinal properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | Planta medica (and other 4 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
| leaves | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Schisandra propinqua has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, Galgravin, Isoschisandrolic acid, Schisandrolic acid, Veraguensin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Galgravin | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoschisandrolic acid | Chemotherapy (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Schisandrolic acid | Chemotherapy (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Veraguensin | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpene | Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Schisandra propinqua has 1 reported activities identified across 5 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |