Schisandra rubriflora
Schisandra rubriflora, commonly known as the red-flowered schisandra, is a remarkable medicinal shrub prized in traditional practices. Renowned for its vibrant blooms and potent adaptogenic properties, this plant is utilized to support cognitive function, reduce stress, and enhance vitality, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and rejuvenation.
- Scientific name: Schisandra rubriflora
- Family: Schisandraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Austrobaileyales. Finally, it is a member of the family Schisandraceae and falls under 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Schisandra rubriflora, is known by various common names depending on the language and region. In Arabic, it is referred to as شزندرة حمراء الزهرة, while in Vietnamese, it is called Ngũ vị tử hoa đỏ. In Chinese, the plant is identified by several variations of the same name, including 红花五味子, which is used in traditional contexts, as well as the specific forms 红花五味子 (zh-hans) and 红花五味子 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | شزندرة حمراء الزهرة | Wikidata |
| zh | 红花五味子 | Wikidata |
| vi | Ngũ vị tử hoa đỏ | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 红花五味子 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 红花五味子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 香血藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 过山龙 | Wikidata |
| zh | 滇五味 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several key Asian regions. Within China, its distribution is primarily concentrated in the South-Central areas. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found throughout the East Himalaya region. Additionally, the species extends into Indo-China, specifically inhabiting parts of Myanmar. These locations collectively define the natural geographical footprint of Schisandra rubriflora.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Schisandra rubriflora, possesses several distinct anatomical features used in various traditional applications. The woody stems provide a sturdy structural framework for its climbing habit, while the green stems facilitate the transport of essential nutrients throughout the organism. The foliage is characterized by lush leaves that capture sunlight efficiently, with each individual leaf displaying a specific shape and vein pattern typical of the species. Most notably, the medicinal value is often concentrated in the fruits, which serve as the reproductive organs and contain the potent compounds sought after for their therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Schisandra rubriflora has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 28 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-gomisin M2, (+/-)-gomisin M1, Rubriflordilactone A, Rubriflordilactone B, Schisandrin.
- Total chemicals
- 28
- Scientific sources
- 28
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-gomisin M2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (+/-)-gomisin M1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rubriflordilactone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rubriflordilactone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Schisandrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| angeloylgomisin P | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cryptochlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| deoxyschisandrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| deoxyschizandrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Schisandra rubriflora has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Schisandra rubriflora has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV-1, HIV, cancer.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV-1 | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |