Spiraea japonica var. acuta
Spiraea japonica var. acuata, commonly known as Japanese Spiraea, is a resilient ornamental shrub valued for its dense foliage and vibrant blooms. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, various species within this genus are studied for their traditional medicinal properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits through their unique bioactive chemical compounds.
- Scientific name: Spiraea japonica var. acuta
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Rosales and is a member of the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Spiraea, specifically as the variety acuta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Spiraea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by several different common names depending on the language and regional script used. In Chinese, it is referred to as 急尖绣线菊 (zh) or 急尖叶粉花绣线菊 (zh). Specifically, in Simplified Chinese, the name is written as 急尖叶粉花绣线菊 (zh-cn), while in Traditional Chinese, it is recorded as 急尖葉粉花繡線菊 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 急尖叶粉花绣线菊 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 急尖叶粉花绣线菊 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 急尖葉粉花繡線菊 | Wikidata |
| zh | 急尖绣线菊 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Spiraea japonica var. acuta, exhibits a specific and localized geographical range. Its primary distribution is found within the regional landscapes of China. More precisely, this variety is native to the South-Central portions of the country. Within these areas, it thrives in the particular environmental conditions offered by the local climate. Consequently, its presence is a characteristic feature of the flora in this specific Chinese territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Spiraea japonica var. acuta, utilizes its roots as a vital part of its biological structure for anchoring itself firmly into the soil and absorbing essential nutrients and water. While the foliage and flowers are often the most visible features of this species, the root system serves as the foundational component that supports the overall health and stability of the plant.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Spiraea japonica var. acuta has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include spiramine T.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| spiramine T | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |