Sorbaria kirilowii var. arborea
Sorbaria kirilowii var. arborea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Sorbariia kirilowii var. arborea, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Traditionally utilized in various folk healing practices, this botanical variety offers significant bioactive compounds. Exploring its pharmacological potential provides valuable insights into natural remedies and the ongoing search for holistic wellness.
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Spiraea Arborea · Spiraea Arborea Var. Glabrata · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Sorbaria kirilowii var. arboreaSynonyms
- Spiraea arborea
- Spiraea arborea var. glabrata
- Sorbaria arborea var. glabrata
- Sorbaria arborea
Sources: Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Sorbariia, specifically the variety arborea.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Sorbaria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several distinct regions of China. Its presence is documented within the South-Central parts of the country, where environmental conditions support its growth. Additionally, the species can be found throughout the North-Central territories of China. The distribution further extends into the high-altitude landscapes of Tibet. Together, these areas define the primary geographical footprint of Sorbia kirilowii var. arborea.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | Tibet |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Sorbaria kirilowii var. arborea 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 stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Chemicals
Sorbaria kirilowii var. arborea has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Epicatechin, Betulin, Cucurbitacin F, Daucosterol, Lupeol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Epicatechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cucurbitacin F | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daucosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arbutin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(-)-Epicatechin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Betulin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Cucurbitacin F
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Daucosterol
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Lupeol
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Ursolic acid
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
arbutin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials